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  The Link Between Dry Eyes and Depression

  April 21, 2023

  Can depression cause dry eyes? Find out about the link between dry eyes and depression and other causes of dry eyes.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute, UPMC Western Behavioral Health

  Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z, Mental Health

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Is It Bad to Rub Your Eyes?

  September 30, 2022

  You may wonder if mom was right that you shouldn't rub your eyes. Here's what happens when you rub your eyes too much — and how to break the habit.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z

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  Does Coronavirus Affect Your Eyes?

  April 29, 2020

  The coronavirus can spread if you touch your eyes after touching an infected surface. It also can spread when an affected individual coughs, sneezes, or talks. Viral particles can be sprayed into your eyes if you are in close contact (within 6 feet) of that person.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: COVID-19, Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: COVID-19

  

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  Is Screen Time Really Bad for Our Eyes?

  February 18, 2024

  Many people rely on televisions, video games, computers, and phones to help pass the hours. Is all this screen time bad for our eye health?Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery, family medicine, New Here - Living and Wellness, Primary care

  

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  Why Do My Eyes Feel Tired?

  April 22, 2022

  Eye strain is rarely serious. But if you find yourself experiencing it often, talk to your doctor about ways to rest your eyes.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health

  Tagged with: Eye pain, eye strain, vision problems

  

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  Eye Opening: How Our Eyes Reveal Health Clues

  October 11, 2023

  Your eyes can reveal a host of chronic health problems, ranging from HIV to high cholesterol. Learn eye symptoms to watch for with our eye health guide.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health, Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: eye health, eyes, vision

  

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  Sunglasses: Protecting Your Eyes in the Winter Months

  January 23, 2015

  When dressing for the winter, don't forget to wear sunglasses. Learn about sunburn on the cornea and find out how UV rays can hurt your eyes in the winter.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health

  Tagged with: cataracts, dry eye, eye irritation, eye redness, macular degeneration, skiers, snow, snow glare, snowboarders, sun rays, sunburn on cornea, sunglasses, UPMC Eye Center, UV rays, winter

  

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  Are There Certain Foods to Improve Eyesight?

  November 20, 2023

  Vision changes throughout life, but can your diet prevent eye conditions? Read this article to discover which foods may have healthy benefits for eyes.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z

  Tagged with: Discovery

  

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  Contact Lens Safety: Keeping Your Eyes Healthy Wearing Contacts

  October 11, 2023

  Learn the easy steps you can take every day to protect and improve your eye health while wearing contact lenses. Healthy eyes are essential to your daily life.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute

  Categorized as: Eye Health

  Tagged with: Acanthamoeba, adenovirus, Amy Nau OD, chlorine, contact lens and low vision services, contact lenses, eye doctor, eye drops, eye health, eye infection, redness or irritation, sterile solutions