December 2023 Newsletter
In This Issue: December 2023 Happy Holidays! All of us at Nevada Eye Physicians extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones during this holiday season. May your days be filled with joy, peace, love and good health – especially your eye health. Remember to take care of yourself by getting plenty of […]
How Do Eye Doctors Treat Glaucoma?
Often referred to as the “silent thief of sight,” glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in Americans over the age of sixty. It is often asymptomatic in its earliest stages, meaning that a person’s vision may have already been impaired in some way before they are even properly diagnosed! Keep reading to […]
What Are the Most Common Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy?
One of the complications of diabetes that affects the eyes is diabetic retinopathy. If you are living with diabetes, being informed about diabetic retinopathy and its most common symptoms is the best way to protect your vision. Keep reading to learn more about diabetic retinopathy, including the most common symptoms! What is Diabetic Retinopathy? Diabetic […]
October 2023 Newsletter
In This Issue: October 2023 Costume Contacts May Haunt You Long After Halloween October is Halloween Safety Month: costume contact lenses sold without a prescription are illegal! If you’re planning to incorporate scary eyes into your Halloween costume, beware of costume contact lenses labeled “one size fits all” or “no need to see an eye […]
5 Common Eye Conditions You Should Know About
Your eyes are often the primary source of the information your brain needs to safely navigate you through life. Unfortunately, certain eye conditions can lead to the breakdown of effective communication between your eyes and your brain. When you experience trouble with your vision, it can have a serious impact on your quality of life. […]
Are Flashes and Floaters Dangerous for My Vision?
Have you ever seen a sudden flash of bright light or noticed tiny specks floating in your vision? If you have, then you have experienced the visual disturbances known as flashes and floaters. It certainly can be worrying to have your vision affected by flashes and floaters. While they both most often are the result […]
August 2023 Newsletter
In This Issue: August 2023 8 Tips for Children’s Eye Safety August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. There are a few common warnings most parents tell kids to help protect their eyes: never look directly at the sun (even during an eclipse) and don’t shoot projectile toys directly at another person’s face. But there […]
8 Reasons It’s Important To Take Your Children to the Eye Doctor
As a parent or caregiver, you know how important it is to monitor and promote the health of your children. While you may schedule recommended check-ups with their pediatrician and dental exams with their dentist, it’s equally important to protect their vision with regular visits to their eye doctor! Even if children are not reporting […]
What Happens During Blepharoplasty?
When you look in the mirror, do you feel like you look constantly tired or appear older than your actual age? Drooping or sagging eyelids may be to blame! One of the first places people begin to show their age is around their eyes. As you age, the delicate skin around the eyes begins to […]
June 2023 Newsletter
In This Issue: June 2023 Post a Selfie on National Sunglasses Day The Vision Council is urging everyone to post a selfie wearing sunglasses on June 27 to their favorite social media outlet. If you participate, please use these hashtags: #SunglassSelfie, #SolarFlair and #NationalSunglassesDay, and tagging @TheVisionCouncil on Facebook and Instagram and @OpticalIndustry on Twitter. The goal is to celebrate […]
