Eye Health

Sight is one of our most critical senses, and healthy vision helps us navigate the world. This makes taking care of your eyes all the more vital. Find articles, videos, guides, and infographics on eye health. Learn more about the importance of eye exams and find information on various vision problems and conditions that affect the eyes. Learn about how you can combat dry eye, tired eyes, and much more.

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Age-Related Vision Changes

September 13, 2014

Age-related vision problems are common, but the good news is they all have treatment options. Learn more about the risks associated with age and your eyes. Learn More

Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: age-related macular degeneration, Andrew Eller, blueberries, broccoli, cataracts, eye disease, eye floaters, glaucoma, macular degeneration, Presbyopia, UPMC Eye Center
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What Are Legal Blindness, Visual Impairment, and Low Vision?

September 2, 2014

Discover the difference between low vision, visual impairment, and legal blindness. Find out how each is diagnosed and treated at the UPMC Eye Center. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: contact lenses, eye disease, eyeglasses, legal blindness, low vision, low vision services, optometrist, UPMC Eye Center, visual impairment, William D. Smith
Article - 1 Minute Read

Children’s Eye Safety and Health Month

August 26, 2014

Learn about eye safety for children and discover some guidelines for selecting safe toys for young children to help keep their eyes free of injury. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute, Pediatrics
Categorized as: Eye Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: common eye injuries, common toy-related eye injuries, Ellen Mitchell, eye injury, toy-related eye injuries
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Can Certain Foods Improve Vision?

August 6, 2014

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
Tagged with: berries, broccoli, carrots, cataracts, chronic eye conditions, cornea, eyesight, food groups, Joseph Martel, leafy greens, lens, macular degeneration, ocular health, omega-3 fatty acids, potatoes, retinal health, salmon, sardines, seafood, tuna, UPMC Eye Center, Vitamin A, Vitamin C
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Selecting the Best Sunglasses

June 26, 2014

Learn about the differences between common types of sunglasses and pick up our recommendations to help you choose the best pair for your lifestyle. Learn More

Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: cornea, macular degeneration, photokeratitis, polarized lenses, Scott Drexler, sunburn, sunglasses, surgery cataract, UPMC Eye Center
Article - 2 Minute Read

What Are Cataracts?

June 7, 2014

Cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 40. Know the signs and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: blindness, cataracts, common age-related cataract, Cortical cataracts, Deepinder Dhaliwal, Double vision, eye exam, UPMC Eye Center
Article - 1 Minute Read

What is Color Blindness?

May 18, 2014

Learn more about color blindness, including the different types of color blindness, and the diagnosis process for this genetic disorder. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health
Tagged with: Acquired color blindness, blue-yellow color blindness, Color blindness, Joel S. Schuman, red-green color blindness, UPMC Eye Center
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What Is Macular Degeneration, and How Is It Treated?

May 11, 2014

Learn more about dry and wet macular degeneration, including the causes, risks, and symptoms of macular degeneration, as well as treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Health Topics A-Z, Living and Wellness, Senior Health
Tagged with: age-related macular degeneration, dry macular degeneration, macular degeneration, prevention, Wet macular degeneration
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Eye Exams for Children

April 12, 2014

Eye exams are part of a yearly visit with a pediatrician. Learn more about pediatric eye exams, signs of child vision issues, and treatment options. Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Vision Institute
Categorized as: Eye Health, Pediatrics
Tagged with: Amblyopia, American Academy of Pediatrics, American Optometric Association, lazy eye, strabismus, UPMC Eye Center