1. Leafy Greens: – Spinach: rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the macula. – Kale: high in vitamins A, C, and E, and minerals like calcium and iron. – Collard greens: packed with vitamins A, C, and K. 2. Citrus Fruits and Berries: – Oranges: high in vitamin C, which helps maintain healthy blood...
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How to wear & remove eyeglasses correctly
How to Wear Eyeglasses Correctly on the Face How to wear and remove eyeglasses correctly Wearing eyeglasses correctly is essential not only for comfort but also to ensure that the lenses are aligned properly for optimal vision. Improperly worn glasses can cause strain on the eyes, discomfort, or even damage to the frames over time....
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Ajuwon
Ajuwon is a rapidly growing town located in the Ogun State of Nigeria. It falls under the Ifo Local Government Area of Ogun State and shares boundaries with Lagos State. Demographics and Economy Ajuwon has experienced significant growth due to its proximity to Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial hub. This strategic location has attracted residents, businesses, and...
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What is Astigmatism?
Astigmatism is a common vision condition caused by an irregular shape of the cornea or lens inside the eye. It results in blurred or distorted vision at all distances, near and far. In a normal eye, the cornea and lens are spherical, allowing light to focus clearly on the retina. However, in an eye with...
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Causes of Blindness
Globally, the leading causes of vision impairment are: uncorrected refractive errors cataract age-related macular degeneration glaucoma diabetic retinopathy corneal opacity trachoma There is substantial variation in the causes between and within countries according to the availability of eye care services, their affordability, and the eye care literacy of the population. For example, the proportion of...
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Two Patients With Macular Degeneration Get Artificial Retinas
LYON, France — A 72-year-old woman with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) was the first patient to receive an artificial retina implant as part of the multicenter PRIMAvera clinical trial, which is looking at the safety and efficacy of the PRIMA system. “Her vision was severely impaired by this condition. We used the ETDRS chart to assess her visual acuity,...
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Eye care and safety
Your eyes are an important part of your health. Most people rely on their eyes to see and make sense of the world around them. But some eye diseases can lead to vision loss, so it is important to identify and treat eye diseases as early as possible. You should get your eyes checked as often as your...
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Headaches and your eyes
How a Headache Can Affect Your Eyes and Vision By Troy Bedinghaus, OD Medically reviewed by Diana Apetauerova, MD on September 08, 2020 Have you ever had a headache that affected your vision? Sometimes a headache can cause pain around your eyes, even though the headache is not associated with a vision problem. On the other hand, a headache...
