by Kentucky Eye Institute | May 3, 2022 | General Eye Health
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....
by Kentucky Eye Institute | Apr 22, 2022 | General Eye Health
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...
by Kentucky Eye Institute | Mar 9, 2022 | General Eye Health
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...
by Kentucky Eye Institute | Mar 4, 2022 | General Eye Health
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...
by Kentucky Eye Institute | Feb 3, 2022 | General Eye Health
Did you know that over half of Americans need glasses? In fact, a whopping 61% of people in the United States have issues with their eyesight. Unfortunately, however, a good percentage of cases go undiagnosed. If you suspect that you have vision problems, you should...
by Kentucky Eye Institute | Dec 5, 2021 | General Eye Health
If you’ve never worn glasses before, then you might not know the signs that it’s time to invest in a pair. You’ve been blessed with good vision your entire life up until now. Now you find yourself wondering, do I need glasses? Now is the perfect time...
