Entries by David Richardson

10 Steps for Eye Relief

Have extra time on your hands now that you’re retired, or are you planning on what you will do with your time when retirement finally comes? Wherever you’re at with your free time, additional time on a tablet, phone, or digital device may be becoming a bigger part of your daily routine. According to a […]

Sudden Vision Loss

There’s the old saying, when one door shuts, another one opens. For a retired guy and avid golfer, the door that shut was sight in his left eye. The door that opened: a big clue into a big-time cardiovascular problem. Ken Calderwood, retired aircraft parts supervisor in Lawndale, California, is a pretty tall guy. At […]

Diabetic Macular Edema

Diabetic Macular Edema (DME) is an accumulation of fluid in the macula part of the retina that controls our most detailed vision abilities—due to leaking blood vessels. In order to develop DME, you must first have diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is a disease that damages the blood vessels in the retina, resulting in vision impairment. […]

Cataracts Prevention

Did you know that cataracts are the most common cause of vision loss for individuals over the age of 40? In fact, according to Prevent Blindness America, there are more cases worldwide of this lens-clouding condition than glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy combined. Fear not! No matter what your age, there are steps you […]

Am I Experiencing Ocular Migraines? Dr. Alpert discusses

Am I experiencing Ocular Migraines? Most people are familiar with classic migraines, but ocular migraines are less well-known. An ocular migraine is a condition where the blood vessels in the optic nerve at the back of your eye tighten and swell, resulting in various visual distortions. While classic migraines usually result in intense headaches, sensitivity […]

Glaucoma Questions

Did you know that Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of vision loss and blindness? There are more than 3 million people affected by the disease in the U.S. today, and that number is expected to reach 4.2 million by 2030. Glaucoma affects the nerves in the eye and can develop quickly. If not treated properly […]

Learn all about Glaucoma

Everything You Need to Know About Glaucoma Did you know that Glaucoma is the second-leading cause of vision loss and blindness? There are more than 3 million people affected by the disease in the U.S. today, and that number is expected to reach 4.2 million by 2030. Glaucoma affects the nerves in the eye and […]

What are Polarized Lenses

Polarized lenses not only reduce glare, they make images appear sharper and clearer, increasing visual clarity and comfort. Why Polarized Lenses? For all the benefits we receive from the sun, its light can pose serious vision problems. Sunlight reflecting off smooth water, snow or flat roads can create glare which is not only annoying but […]

Sunglasses FAQ

As the weather warms up, you may find yourself spending more time outside. To protect you and your family from the elements, sunglasses are a must! UV Exposure and Eye Health You’re exposed to more eye health risks than you may realize. UV rays are present year-round, yet many aren’t wearing sunglasses regularly. According to […]

Light Reactive Lenses

Nowadays, buying anything online with more than 2-day shipping is too long. A recipe that takes more than 30 minutes? Forget about it. Can’t watch the entire TV series at the click of a button? Not interested. Everywhere we look, life is all about the need for speed—so why should it be any different when […]