Category: Vision Health

The CDC reports that roughly 2,000 workers in the United States who sustain job-related eye injuries need medical attention every day. 10 to 20 percent of job-related eye injuries cause permanent or temporary vision loss. Experts believe wearing the correct safety eyewear can lessen the severity of eye injuries or even prevent 90 percent of […]

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, drawing attention to a degenerative disease that has robbed the vision of almost 11 million Americans. More people lose their eyesight to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) than glaucoma and cataracts combined. Additionally, AMD is the leading cause of permanent vision loss in adults 60 and older. What is […]

Did you know that January is Glaucoma Awareness Month? The eye doctors at Shoreline Vision are helping to spread awareness by providing you with a few helpful tips for taking better care of your eye health. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damages the optic nerve leading to blindness or […]

Did You Know? Coronavirus can spread through the eyes–stay safe and get the facts from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Several eye conditions come and go without causing any damage to our vision. That said, it is critical to see a qualified ophthalmologist for a routine eye exam.  If you have ever experienced flashes or floaters, you may have wondered if this should be of concern. In most cases, they are not, but they can […]

It is easy to neglect basic eye care. That may be because you are not aware that some of the things you do daily impact the health of your eyes.  At Shoreline Vision, we make it a priority to remind patients about how important routine eye care is. Some common eye problems people experience can […]

According to the Women’s Eye Health Organization over two thirds of patients who are blind or visually impaired in the USA are women. With age-related macular degeneration and changes in hormones a woman’s sight can be greatly affected over time. In honor of Women’s Eye Health Month we are talking about three ways you can […]

March is National Reading Month and across the globe people are celebrating with their favorite books. People’s tastes in stories might differ, but one thing is for certain: reading can certainly put a strain on your eyes. While you’re getting cozy with a good book, keep these tips in mind to keep your eyes in […]

February is World Cancer Month, and all across the globe today many are raising awareness of cancer to encourage its prevention, and not just through your yearly physical. Regular eye exams are an important part of maintaining one’s health, but did you know that many forms of cancer can be found during a routine eye […]

Why Get an Eye Exam? As adults age, many will develop eye diseases that could become debilitating if not treated in time. But people can protect themselves by having eye exams that can spot early and often-hidden signs of eye disease. Watch this animated video to learn how. Then, share it with your friends and […]