School is back in session, and youth sports are slowly filling our schedules again. Hence, September is Sports Eye Safety Month. Keep reading to learn more about sports eye safety, from eye protection to eye injury prevention. About sports eye safety According to data from Prevent Blindness, more than 32,000…
August is Children's Eye Health and Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining good eye health in young ones. Set your children up for a lifetime of healthy vision from a young age. In this blog post, we'll share some key facts about children's eye…
And just like that, we are officially a family of 11! Meet Mississippi Eye Care Ackerman, the newest addition to our eye and vision care network. About Mississippi Eye Care Ackerman Mississippi Eye Care Ackerman is a brand-new clinic in a brand-new building! Constructed with patient care in mind, it…
When purchasing a new pair of glasses, you may be asked if you want to add an anti-glare coating to your lenses. But what exactly is that and how does it help? Discover the benefits of glasses with anti-glare coating now. What is an anti-glare coating? With bright lights and…
The average person typically blinks 13,440 to 16,320 times a day, each blink lasts about a tenth of a second. But why do we blink? Read on to discover the importance of blinking and the benefits for eye health. Why do we blink? Although it may not seem like blinking…
Have you ever stopped to think about the incredible intricacies of how our eyes work? Our vision is a fundamental sense. It allows us to perceive the world around us in vivid detail. Understanding how the eye works offers valuable insight into our vision health. The anatomy of the eye…
Fact or fiction—sometimes it’s hard to tell with all the information out there. That’s why we’ve decided to share the truth behind seven common eye and vision myths you may have heard. Did your grandmother say sitting too close to the TV would hurt your eyes? Did she then turn…
Summer is just around the corner, but all those warm-weather activities are already heating up! But before you hit the lake, beach or enjoy your first cookout of the season, follow these eye care tips for your favorite summer activities. Schedule your annual eye exam. As you gear up for…
Sun Awareness Week 2024 is this month, May 6 through May 12. From head to toe, protecting yourself from the sun is an important habit to practice. Continue reading to learn how to protect your eyes this Sun Awareness Week. Sun Awareness Week A national campaign, Sun Awareness Week, aims…
Are you a contact lens wearer who loves the great outdoors? Are you hoping to go camping this season? Before you pitch your tent, let’s review how to camp with contact lenses this spring to help make things a little easier on your eyes! From dealing with dirt and dust…