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July is Fireworks Eye Safety Month

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Eye Care on July 1, 2019

Have a great 4th of July but please be safe. Fireworks and Eye Safety: What You Need to Know Fireworks injuries cause more than 10,000 visits to the emergency room each year, according to data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. As you make plans for your Fourth of July celebrations, we join the […]

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What are cataracts?

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Cataracts on June 18, 2019

Inside our eyes, we have a natural lens. The lens bends (refracts) light rays that come into the eye to help us see. The lens should be clear. If you have a cataract, your lens has become cloudy. It is like looking through a foggy or dusty car windshield. Things look blurry, hazy or less […]

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Did you know?

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Pepose Info on June 12, 2019

Relationship Between Glaucoma and Poor Sleep A study of more than 6,700 people in the United States over age 40 who answered a survey about their sleep revealed possible connections between glaucoma and sleep problems.Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerve. Damage to this nerve—which is responsible for sending signals from the eye to the brain so you […]

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Give dad a Happy Father’s Day!

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Miscellaneous on June 4, 2019

Father’s Day is coming up soon – June 16th.  Give dad a gift he’ll really love. We’re offering $ 50 off any pair of sunglasses in stock, including these great brands and more. Stop by our optical center – this deal is available the entire week before Father’s Day, June 10th-14th.

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June is Cataract Awareness Month

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Cataracts, Pepose Info on June 1, 2019

Cataract is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. If not treated, it can lead to blindness. In addition, the longer cataracts are left untreated, the more difficult it can be to successfully remove the cataract and restore vision. During Cataract Awareness Month in June, we join the American Academy of Ophthalmology […]

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First Aid for Eye Scratches

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Dry Eyes on May 18, 2019

Dos and Don’ts When You Scratch Your Eye People are usually very good at keeping things out of their eyes. Eyelashes help protect the eyes, our reflexes can snap our eyelids closed to block objects and our tears will wash out most dust or dirt that does get by. But accidents can still happen. Housework and sports are common eye injury causes. But even cooking or […]

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May is Healthy Vision Month

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Eye Care on May 1, 2019

The American Academy of Ophthalmology has designated May as Healthy Vision Month. Approximately 37 million adults in America have age-related macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma, all of which can cause visual impairment or blindness. However, recent studies show that making healthy choices and getting regular eye exams can help reduce a person’s risk […]

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Did you know?

Posted by: Pepose Vision Institute in Pepose Info on April 25, 2019

Basketball is the Leading Cause of Eye Injuries Current research shows that basketball is the leading cause of sports-related eye injuries in the United States. Most of these injuries could have been prevented with one, simple step — wearing protective eyewear. A 2018 study in the journal Pediatrics found that basketball caused almost 16% of eye injuries in […]

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