Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common reasons patients visit their ophthalmologist, with thousands of people affected each year.  So, what is dry eye syndrome? Dry eye syndrome is exactly as it sounds: the eyes become dry.  Any disturbance in the tear film, a...

Children are susceptible to a host of vision and eye problems such as injury, infection and increased nearsightedness. In support of Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month in August, the American Academy of Ophthalmology provides information to the public that can...

Studies show that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may increase the risk of cataracts and growths on the eye, including cancer. UV rays reflected off sand and water can cause eyes to sunburn, potentially resulting in temporary blindness in just a few hours. In...