Our eyes are exposed to more than just visible light. Ultraviolet (UV) rays, though invisible, pose a real threat to eye health. While sunlight is the leading source of UV radiation, artificial sources like welding machines and tanning beds also emit UV rays. The World Health Organization (WHO) emphasizes that UV radiation can cause acute…
One important concept for maintaining eye health is understanding the eye-brain connection. This pathway starts with light entering the eye and ends when your brain makes sense of the visual world around you. Disruption or damage at any point in the pathway distorts your perception. Therefore, maintaining the health of each part of the eye-brain…
Like other common eye conditions that primarily affect older adults, such as cataracts or glaucoma, macular degeneration can take years to fully develop. Because changes to vision caused by the condition can be subtle, many people are unaware they have it until it is diagnosed during a comprehensive eye exam. When faced with a macular…
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Cataracts on June 5, 2025 Prevent Blindness, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and resources on the leading causes of blindness in the U.S., has designated June as Cataract Awareness Month. This designation creates an opportunity for Americans to learn more about one of the leading…
Home » Blog » Georgia Eye Partners Surgeon Among First in U.S. to Trial Breakthrough Glaucoma Technology Posted by: Georgia Eye Partners in News and Updates Dr. Gagan Sawhney of Georgia Eye Partners recently joined an elite group of ophthalmologists as one of the first five surgeons in the nation to trial the newly FDA-cleared…
Whether it’s your spouse, son, dad, or friend, you likely have a male whose health you care about. Part of staying healthy includes maintaining good vision and healthy eyes. Maintaining good vision throughout a lifetime helps you remain independent, and it positively affects your overall quality of life. But are the men in your life…
Tunnel vision, medically known as peripheral vision loss, involves a loss in the field of vision. Your field of vision includes your central and peripheral vision. Your central vision refers to what you can see right in front of you, while your peripheral vision involves what you can see to the side without turning your…
Cataracts involve clouding of the lens in the eye. This can lead to dim or blurry vision because cataracts interfere with light passing through the retina. Cataracts are very common. In fact, according to Prevent Blindness, cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in older adults. Experts estimate that more than 50% of adults…
Dry eyes occur when tear production is inadequate to sufficiently lubricate the eyes, leading to discomfort. According to the National Eye Institute, millions of people in the United States are affected by dry eyes. Dry eyes can cause mild to significant discomfort, interfering with quality of life. Understanding dry eyes can help you get the proper…
Allergies to food can cause eye symptoms, but food allergies can also lead to vision problems. Grouped with food allergies are food intolerances and food sensitivities. While food allergies are an immune system reaction, intolerances and sensitivities are related to the digestive system. In this article, we discuss how individuals with these food issues need…