How to Detect and Prevent Cataracts

How to Detect and Prevent Cataracts

Cataracts are a very common eye condition that mostly affects people in their 60s and older. In fact, according to the National Eye Institute, more than half of Americans will have cataracts (or surgery to correct them) by age 80. This age-related vision loss develops...
Top 3 Questions to Ask Your Eye Doctor

Top 3 Questions to Ask Your Eye Doctor

Good eyesight is easy to take for granted. However, whether you have naturally 20/20 vision, wear corrective lenses, or manage an eye disease, it’s important to schedule regular eye exams. Before your next appointment, consider what you might want to ask your eye...
How Do Cataracts Affect Your Vision?

How Do Cataracts Affect Your Vision?

Cataracts are among the most common causes of age-related vision loss, affecting millions of Americans each year. Cataracts often start forming around 40 or 50 years old, though symptoms may not become apparent until around age 60. The average age for cataract surgery...
How to Tell If I Need Cataract Surgery

How to Tell If I Need Cataract Surgery

A cataract is when the lens of your eye becomes cloudy and causes interference with light passing through to the retina. Most cataracts develop slowly over time, so the changes to your vision may occur gradually. This condition typically affects older people, with...