The Kentucky Eye Institute blog explores a variety of eye health and eye care topics.

Around 93 million American adults are at high risk of losing their sight. What makes the situation worse is that only around 50% saw an eye doctor in the last year. As much as we value our vision, it's very easy to take it for granted. But with so many of us at risk...

Dry eye is a very common problem, affecting more than 50 million people in the United States alone. These conditions can be caused by anything from too much screen time to an underlying health issue like allergies or diabetes—or even something as simple and seemingly...

You can find nearly 38,000 eye doctors in this country, but you'll want to choose the right one. Your eyes are a vital body part that require care and precision. You can visit an eye doctor in Lexington, KY, each year for an eye exam, but you can also see one when you...

Out of all the five human senses, we make use of our sense of sight the most. In fact, we use it so much that we often disregard how important it is, until something affects it. Every day, we're exposed to many factors that can affect our eyesight and not for the...

Many Americans don't take proper care of their eyes. According to the American Optometric Association, 16 million people aren't receiving treatment for potential eye issues, and only 54% schedule an annual check-up. Your vision is essential, so you need to do...

Did you know that 19% of Americans wish they were born with different eye colors? Those born with brown eyes most likely dream of having a different pigment. Today, people who desire a new eye color are in luck and they can use them to their advantage on more days...

Did you know that an estimated 12 million people aged 40 or older have impaired vision in the US? Among them, 8 million have vision impairment caused by an uncorrected refractive error. Refractive errors, in turn, can cause night blindness, also known as nyctalopia....

Today, almost two-thirds of American adults wear prescription eyeglasses. While many are comfortable with wearing glasses, others long for the days of waking up with perfect vision. If you fall into the latter group, then you might be interested in LASIK surgery. But...

About 12 million Americans ages 40 years and over have a vision impairment. If you're worried about your eyesight, you might want to review your diet first. Without the right vitamins and minerals, your sight could decline. Here are nine essential vitamins for eye...

Did you know more than 16 million Americans have dry eye syndrome, with twice as many women affected as men? Dry eye syndrome is a common condition when your tears cannot provide enough lubrication for your eyes. Dry eye leads to a burning, itching, or aching...