Does gender play a role in your vision capabilities? According to recent scientific studies, the answer is yes — women see differently than men. But not how you might think. After a barrage of testing, it was shown that women are better at distinguishing among colors. Not to be left out, the same studies show […]
Do Insurance Plans Cover LASIK?
Houston LASIK surgery is an outpatient surgical procedure that improves vision for patients who wear corrective lenses. The procedure, which takes only a few minutes to complete, is very effective in treating nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. One of the foremost questions for many patients is, do insurance plans cover LASIK? The short answer is: No, […]
Avoid Digital Eye Strain During COVID-19 Pandemic
The coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic has millions of Americans stuck at home. Adults and children are spending more time than ever on electronic devices — working, schooling or just trying to pass the time until we can be with friends and family again. This rapid increase in screen time can also greatly increase the number of people […]
Winter Eye Care Tips from Houston Eye Doctors
Winter is well underway, even here in Texas. Although our winters may not be as harsh as our northern neighbors, the cold weather can still cause problems for your eyes. Avoid issues with these winter eye care tips from the Houston eye doctors at Berkeley Eye Center. Combat Dry Eyes One of the biggest problems […]
Eat the Right Foods for Optimal Eye Health This Thanksgiving
The Thanksgiving holiday is almost here, and many of us are looking forward to a fun day with family and friends — plus a whole lot of food! When the table is set, the last thing you’re probably thinking about is eye health, but many Thanksgiving staples can promote proper eye function. Sweet Potato: Beta-carotene […]
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month Promotes Healthy Eyesight
More than 3.6 million Americans age 40 and older suffer from visual impairment, including blindness, and the majority — 2.3 million — are women, according to National Eye Institute. Prevent Blindness has designated April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a time to spread awareness about the eye health issues facing women. Women are […]
Keep Your Eyes Safe In The Workplace
Every day across the U.S., more than 2,000 people suffer a job-related eye injury. Of these people, 1 in 10 will miss work to recover from the injury, and about 10 to 20% will suffer temporary or permanent vision loss. Prevent Blindness America marks March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month to draw attention to this […]
Don’t Forget Football Eye Protection This Season
The school year is well under way, and with it comes many Texans’ favorite time of year: football season! This classic sport brings students and parents together for the excitement and enjoyment that comes with playing and watching a game. But parents and players shouldn’t forget how important it is to consider football eye protection […]
Helpful College Student Eye Care Tips
Fall semester is underway for colleges in the Houston area. Between classes, studying, friends, work and football games, we know your days are full, but it’s still important to remember to take care of your eyes and look after your eye health. The following easy college student eye care tips can help you keep your […]
Practice These Fireworks Eye Safety Tips This Summer
For many Americans, celebrating Independence Day means BBQ, parades and, of course, fireworks. Enjoying the day with friends and family is a great tradition, but putting on a fireworks display in your back yard comes with some hazards. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s most recent fireworks injury report, there were an estimated […]
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