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May is Healthy Vision Month, and it's important to prioritize the health of your eyes! Here are some tips to maintain good vision:

1. Schedule regular eye exams with your optometrist.
2. Protect your eyes from UV rays with sunglasses, always ensure these have FDA certification.
3. Find out if a family member has an eye condition, and discuss this with your optometrist at your next examination.
4. Eat a diet rich in green leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts and fish.
5. Limit screen time and adjust your device's settings to reduce eye strain.

Take care of your eyes and they'll take care of you!

Sports-related eye injuries are a common occurrence and can lead to serious eye damage or even blindness. Eye injuries can occur in almost any sport, but those with a high risk of eye injury include basketball, baseball, hockey, and racquet sports. Athletes can take several steps to protect their eyes while playing sports, including Wearing appropriate eye protection, such as goggles or face shields, designed for the specific sport being played. If you or your child plays sports, be sure to speak to us about protective eyewear options by giving us a call.

Warmer days are approaching and it's more important than ever to wear your sunglasses. Sunglasses are an important accessory for protecting your eyes from the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays. When selecting sunglasses, look for ones that block 100% of both UVA and UVB rays. The color or darkness of the lens does not necessarily indicate its UV-blocking ability. Polarized lenses can also be helpful for reducing glare and improving visual clarity in bright sunlight.

“The earth is what we all have in common.” ~ Wendell Berry Happy Earth Day!

Regular eye exams are essential for maintaining good eye health and detecting eye diseases or vision problems early when they are easier to treat. Here are some reasons why it's important to get regular eye exams:
✔️ Detecting Eye Diseases: Many eye diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration, have no early warning signs. Regular eye exams can detect these diseases early when they are more treatable.
✔️ Managing Chronic Conditions: If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, regular eye exams are essential because these conditions can lead to eye problems that need to be managed to prevent vision loss.
✔️ Preserving Vision: A comprehensive eye exam can detect changes in your vision and ensure that you have the correct prescription for glasses or contact lenses.
✔️ Maintaining Overall Health: Eye exams can detect health problems that may not be related to the eyes, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
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Proper contact lens hygiene is essential for maintaining good eye health and preventing eye infections. If you experience symptoms of pain, red eyes or blurred vision, remove your contacts and visit The Eyexam Group by making an appointment.

Happy Easter to our Egg-cellent patients!

April is Women's Eye Health and Safety Month.
Women are more likely than men to develop certain eye conditions such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, and dry eye syndrome. Additionally, women are at a higher risk of developing vision problems during pregnancy and menopause. There are several steps women can take to protect their eye health and safety, including, scheduling regular eye exams with an eye doctor to check for any vision problems or eye diseases. Schedule your eye exams by giving us a call (973) 890-7070

Spring has sprung, and it's crucial to take care of your eyes from the inside out. Incorporating healthy, nutrition-packed smoothies can be a great way to maintain your eye health. Try out this recipe for your next smoothie craving.

Spring Green Smoothie Recipe:
🟢 1 cup baby spinach leaves
🟢 1 frozen banana
🟢 1/2 small avocado
🟢 1/4 cup almond milk
🟢 1/2 tsp honey
🟢1/4 tsp cinnamon
🟢 2 tbsp of chia seeds

Let us know what your favorite smoothie recipe is in the comments.

"If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant." - Anne Bradstreet
Happy first day of spring!
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Happy World Optometry Day!

We’d like to thank all of our fellow eye care providers in the optometry field for their dedication to providing comprehensive eye care, and for keeping everyone’s eyes safe and healthy. Sight is one of the most important senses we have, so let’s celebrate today by scheduling an eye exam (973) 890-7070

"Here's to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them.” -Michelle Obama

Did you know that most people with glaucoma don't even realize they have it? Regular eye exams are the best way to ensure your eye doctor detects any eye problems early – before long-term eye damage occurs. If you experience any of the below symptoms you may need to schedule your next eye exam soon.

🔹Blind spots
🔹Blurry vision
🔹Eye pain or pressure
🔹Headaches
🔹Rainbow circles when you look at lights
🔹Red eyes
🔹Tunnel vision

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What are multifocal lenses and do they help? Multifocal lenses contain two or more prescriptions for correcting vision at different distances. These lenses are often prescribed to those who are gradually losing their ability to focus on objects that are close up. Learn more about multifocal lenses by giving us a call.
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“The ear of the leader must ring with the voices of the people.” ―Woodrow Wilson
Happy President's Day!

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Dr. Poston was named Optometrist of the Year by the American Optometric Association in 1961. After migrated from Canada to California where he was the first African American optometrist to receive his training at the University of California, Berkeley School of Optometry in 1935. His life is a reflection of hard work, determination, and accomplishment.
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Happy Valentine’s Day to all of our spectacular patients!
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Show your eyes some love during the month of love! Schedule an eye exam and give yourself the gift of healthy eyes to see all the love around you.
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February is AMD/Low Vision Month
A variety of disorders that affect the eyes and the visual system may cause low vision. Here are a few tips that may protect your eyes from low vision:
✅ Wear Protective Eyewear
✅ Monitor Your Diet
✅ Schedule Regular Eye Exams
✅ Avoid Smoking
✅Give Your Eyes Screen Breaks
Maintain the health of your eyes by booking your eye exam today, give us a call at
(973) 890-7070

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Ever wonder why cats' eyes glow in the dark? Here's a fun fact: behind a cat's retina is a layer of reflective cells called the tapetum lucidum, which acts like a mirror. In other words, just as with the eyes of many other nocturnal animals, cats' eyes reflect light

Is becoming healthier one of your new year's resolutions? The good news is that eating wholesome foods also has a positive impact on your eye health! Keep your peepers in shape with these great go-to snack ideas packed with nutrients for your eyes and body.

🥕 Carrots & Hummus
🥬 Leafy Greens
🍓 Fresh Fruit

What are your favorite healthy snacks? Let us know in the comment section below.

Check out these great tips to help deal with digital eyes strain:

✔️ Rest your eyes at least 15 minutes after each 2 hours of computer or digital device use.
✔️ Every 20 minutes, look into the distance at least 20 feet away from the computer or digital device. Do this for at least 20 seconds.
✔️ Enlarge the text on your computer screen or digital device.
✔️ Consider using a screen glare filter.
✔️ Remember to blink often.

How do you protect your eyes from digital strain?

"The time is always right to do what is right" - Martin Luther King Jr.

Wishing you a meaningful Martin Luther King Day!

You've heard the term 20/20 vision, but what does it actually mean? 20/20 vision means normal vision. A person with 20/20 vision can see small objects clearly and comfortably when they are standing 20 feet away.

While many factors are associated with , there are ways to decrease your child's risk of developing this common vision condition. One can easily do so by taking frequent breaks from screens and spending more time outdoors. Visit our website to discover more ways to decrease your child's risk of myopia.

Wishing you and your family health, happiness, and prosperity in the new year.

Warmest wishes to you and yours this holiday season!

Get to know the signs and symptoms of cataracts. A cataract is an eye condition in which the clear lens in your eye becomes cloudy. Though everyone can experience this as they age, it's most commonly found among people over 60. Signs of cataracts include clouded, blurred, or dim vision, poor night vision, sensitivity to light, and glare.

If your eyes feel dry, red, or irritated after using a new contact lens solution, that may signal an allergic reaction to the product. Book an appointment with us for an eye evaluation so that we can determine the most appropriate contact lens solution for you.