The American Academy of Ophthalmology recently conducted a survey in which respondents were asked where they might expect a serious eye injury to occur. Less than half of respondents’ answers included anyplace related to home, including the garage or yard. Another alarming statistic was discovered during this survey: less than 40% of those polled reported… Read More »
In many ways, the differences between men’s health and women’s health are well-known. There are certain health conditions that only affect one sex, and some that only affect the other. When it comes to eye health, there is a common misperception of equality. In truth, statistics indicate that women experience significantly higher risks for multiple… Read More »
The eyes require a certain degree of moisture to stay comfortable and optimally healthy. There is another end of the spectrum though, too much moisture. We need to discuss a condition referred to as mucus fishing, which is slightly more than a simple moisture problem. Mucus fishing describes the need that one may have to… Read More »
Shedding tears is natural. As much as some people shy away from the act of crying, there are several benefits to tears, even those that are provoked by overwhelming joy or sadness. We’re going to take a quick peek at the different types of tears and why we can appreciate them all. What Makes a… Read More »
There are many ways in which we can take better care of our eyes and our eyesight. When you hear the term “eye protection,” what may initially come to mind is the value of a good pair of sunglasses. It’s true that sunglasses and their UV filtering offer significant benefits. But there is more. There… Read More »
Light is an interesting thing. We see white light not because it is directly white, but because a spectrum of hues comes together on the retina. These hues of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet are energetic, each having its unique measurement. Outside of fascinating trivia, there is practical value in knowing a… Read More »
Your vision is something that you want to protect as much as you possibly can. When “all is well” on the home front of your eyes, you may not even think about seeing an eye doctor. Typically, we only call a doctor when a suspicious symptom has us worried. Regarding your general health, and also… Read More »
You may not think much about the occasional bout with dry eyes or eye strain that you feel at the end of the day. Certain eye problems are less common so, if they do develop, could cause unnecessary stress. One such problem is the stye. There is nothing fancy nor too serious about a stye,… Read More »
3D movies. They appeal to the child in all of us – or at least most of us. You may have begged to be taken to such films as a child yourself and may have reveled in the wonder created by those red and blue plastic lenses. Today, 3D movies may not involve the same… Read More »
At Roholt Vision Centers, located in North Canton, Canfield, and Alliance, OH, we focus on helping each patient address their eye health issues successfully. One of the key elements to protecting long term health is the early detection of any condition that may threaten visual acuity. How do we do this? Sometimes, by dilating your… Read More »
