Davis Vision releases wellness articles. Below are articles that may be of interest to you.
- Macular Degeneration – Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of visual impairment and blindness for older Americans.
- Eyeglasses for Children – A guide for parents: From the examination to the shopping experience.
- How to protect your eyes against UV ray damage
- Importance of Eye Exams – Many are not aware that several medical conditions may be detected during the course of a routine eye examination. The slide includes a partial list of some of the conditions that can be detected. Early detection of these conditions can lead to better medical outcomes and lower medical costs to the member and the Medical Plan.
- More Reasons to Quit Smoking– Information about risks of smoking and its affects on your eyes.
- Glaucoma, the “Silent Thief” of Sight – Information about Glaucoma, and how to lower your risks.
- Winterize your eyes – Some tips to help reduce the dangers caused by winter sun glare.
- Back to School Eye Exam – It is especially important to make sure that your child’s vision is properly maintained because approximately 80% of everything a child learns is acquired through his or her visual system.
- Fireworks and eye safety– Fireworks are involved in nearly 10,000 injuries treated in emergency rooms each year. More than 20% of thee fireworks injuries involve the eyes.
- Surviving Allergy Season – Nearly 36 million people in the U.S. suffer from seasonal allergies, according to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Fortunately, there is more help than ever before for seasonal-allergy victims.
- Early Report of Serious Eye Infections Associated with Soft Contact Lens Solution