New shoes? Check. Backpack? Check. Lunch bag that will somehow disappear before Thanksgiving? Probably. There is one more item families should consider adding to the back-to-school list: an eye exam. Clear and comfortable vision plays an important role in reading, writing, using a computer, participating in sports and following lessons at the front of the classroom. Because children may not realize their vision is different from anyone else’s, they do not always tell a parent

Many people think of sunglasses as a summer accessory. A good pair can certainly complete an outfit, but sunglasses have a much more important job: helping protect your eyes from ultraviolet radiation and reducing uncomfortable glare. Unfortunately, dark lenses alone do not guarantee proper protection. What Is UV Radiation? Ultraviolet radiation is an invisible part of sunlight. You cannot see it, but repeated exposure can affect both the delicate skin around the eyes and the

Between computers, phones, tablets, televisions and gaming systems, most of us spend a large part of the day looking at a screen. By the end of the day, your eyes may feel tired, dry, irritated or simply “done.” This collection of symptoms is commonly called digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome. It does not necessarily mean that screens have permanently damaged your eyes, but it may be a sign that your eyes are working harder than they should. Common Signs of Digita