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Does this scenario sound familiar to you? You wake up in the morning, yawn and stretch, and finally head out to the kitchen to scrounge up a good breakfast. You grab your favorite cereal and, squinting through your glasses, hold back the cereal box so you can read the nutritional value through your bifocals. … Read more
At Performance Eyecare, we absolutely love our patients and customers. It is a joy to meet with them and assist them in all of their eye care needs. We feel a certain sense of pride when we help our customers pick out the right frames for their face, help them spot any and all … Read more
Foods to help improve & keep good vision In honor of April being “World Health Month,” it’s important to know which foods can truly help our eyes. Are you eating the right foods to keep your eyes healthy and your vision strong? According to Health.com you are if you are eating these foods: Leafy greens … Read more
For those who ride motorcycles, there is absolutely nothing more exhilarating in the world than riding down country roads or the Interstate, feeling the wind through their hair and the sunshine on their face, not having a care in the world (though in all reality, motorcyclists should always wear helmets and protective gear when … Read more
Golf lovers around the world depend on their eyesight. Whether they are professionals, amateurs, or simply spectators, these enthusiasts need healthy sight for optimal performance in the golfing world. Obstacles such as varying light and playing conditions and the continuous exposure to ultraviolet radiation, a golf lover’s visual ability can be greatly affected without … Read more
Have you ever seen small specks or debris that looks like pieces of lint floating in your field of view? These are called “floaters,” and they are usually normal and harmless. They usually can be seen most easily when you look at a plain background, like a blank wall or blue sky. Floaters are actually … Read more
What’s the number one concern during the cold winter months? Staying warm, of course! Keep in mind that your eye health shouldn’t take a back seat because these cold months can be just as dangerous as the summer ones. Our friends at YourSightMatters.com have three tips to share about keeping your eyes healthy this winter. … Read more
According to recent data published in the journal Diabetes Care, over the last decade there has been little to no change in how frequently minority patients with diabetes are seeking annual eye care screenings. Since 2002 non-Hispanic whites with diabetes have consistently sought eye care more frequently than minority patients; the largest disparity was noted … Read more
Are you or your child considering playing a sport? Here are some things to consider to keep your eyes safe before you commit to a sport. Spring is the most popular time of year for people to play sports as winter’s cold has moved on and summer’s heat awaiting us. It’s no wonder why April … Read more
After the age of 40, our eyes become less flexible and not as capable of focusing on things up close. This may be why you can’t seem to get that newspaper far enough way to see clearly, even with those bifocals or trifocals. If you have bifocals, you know there can be a frustrating jump … Read more
A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a common eyelid disorder. It is an acute infection that causes a painful lump near the edge of the eyelid that often resembles a pimple. Styes are caused by bacterial infections of the glands surrounding the eye. There are many ways to prevent eylid styes from developing. Some … Read more
Does the reflection from the sun off of the snow irritate your eyes? Don’t let the cold, snow or cloudy weather fool you, snow reflects UV radiation from the sun and this puts your face and eyes at an extreme risk. You need to take precautions and protect your eyes from snow blindness. Snow blindness … Read more