Ocular Allergies: The Ora Experience Welcome to March! Spring is right around the corner and that means all the plants in your area are going to begin blooming and sharing their allergens with you. If you’ve ever dealt with red, itchy, watery eyes, you’re not alone. Eye allergies, or allergic conjunctivitis, are common conditions with … Continued
Getting to Know Your Study Procedures When you participate in a clinical trial, there are a variety of exams and procedures you will be asked to undertake. Some exams you may have experienced from visiting your ophthalmologist or optometrist. But every study is unique and may have procedures you’re unfamiliar with, especially if you’re new … Continued
Healthy Habits For Healthy Eyes Every Year is another chance to focus on bringing our best selves to the table. We rely on our eyes for many of our daily tasks, so it’s important to keep them healthy and functioning. Try out some of these suggestions below and build healthy habits this January and start … Continued
Healthy Vision Resolutions for the New Year As the new year begins, it’s the perfect time to prioritize your eye health. Simple changes can protect your vision and improve your overall well-being. Resolutions for Healthier Eyes Schedule an Eye Exam: Annual eye exams help detect vision issues like glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration in their … Continued
Diabetes and Eye Health: Preventing Vision Loss living with diabetes can impact your vision, but with proactive care, you can protect your eyes from complications like diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma. In the U.S., approximately: 96 million adults are prediabetic, with nearly 80% unaware of their condition. 37 million people have diabetes, including both … Continued
Neurotrophic Keratitis: Protecting Your Vision Neurotrophic Keratitis (NK) is a rare, progressive eye disease caused by damage to the corneal nerves. These nerves normally act as an early-warning system, triggering blinking, tearing, and repair responses when the cornea is injured. When they stop working properly, the cornea loses its ability to heal, leading to persistent … Continued
Common Eye Conditions As We Age: What To Watch Out For As we age, changes in our vision become more common. While some are natural, others may signal more serious conditions that require attention. Together we will review three of the most common age-related eye conditions and how to protect your sight. Cataracts: Cloudy Vision … Continued
Vision Screenings for Children: Why Early Detection Matters Good vision is essential for a child’s development, playing a critical role in learning, social interactions, and overall well-being. From recognizing faces and reading books to participating in classroom activities and playing with friends, vision impacts nearly every aspect of a child’s daily life. However, children often … Continued
Understanding Dry Eye Disease: What It Is and How to Find Relief Do your eyes feel scratchy, irritated, or tired—especially after long hours on a screen? Does your vision blur or fluctuate throughout the day? If so, you’re not alone. These are common symptoms of Dry Eye Disease (DED), a condition that affects millions of … Continued
Digital Eye Strain: How to Protect Your Vision in the Digital Age In today’s screen-dominated world, it’s all too common to experience Digital Eye Strain after spending extended hours on computers, smartphones, and other digital devices. Whether it’s for work, school, or leisure, the average adult now spends more than seven hours each day looking … Continued