The number of older Americans with low vision is expected to double in the coming years, as more people live longer. Low vision describes poor vision that can't be fixed or improved with glasses, contacts or surgery. People with low vision have blind...
There are a lot of common myths about sunglasses and eye health. Friedberg Eye Assoicates, PA and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are working to debunk myths and offer tips to promote smart eye health choices.
This July 4th we encourage the public to leave the fireworks to the professionals and go see a public display. Too many hospital related injuries have occurred throughout the country around this time of year due to fireworks. Be smart, be safe and enjoy!
Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, Friedberg Eye Associates, PA joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month...
What is Conjunctivitis? Signs and symptoms may occur in one or both eyes. The most common causes of conjunctivitis are infections (viral or bacterial), allergies or irritation from something in the environment.
By age 65, one in three Americans will have a vision-impairing eye disease. Many sight-robbing conditions can be effectively treated if detected early enough, in many cases limiting or eliminating the damage to eyesight.
This April during Sports Eye Safety Month, Friedberg Eye Associates, PA and the American Academy of Ophthalmology remind the public that the right protective eyewear is the best defense against eye injury.
Friedberg Eye Associates, PA offers an optimized light skin revitalization treatment that can quickly and easily remove undesirable brown spots, sun damage and facial vessels from the face and body leaving you with younger, more beautiful looking skin!
Why does computer use strain the eyes more than reading print material? Mainly because people tend to blink less while using computers. Focusing the eyes on computer screens or other digital displays has been shown to reduce a person’s blink rate...
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness among older Americans, but new treatments and protective steps can help people with AMD avoid vision loss. Here are the six things we think everyone should know about the condition...
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Remember that an annual comprehensive eye exam is the best way to detect eye disease. If diagnosed with Glaucoma it is important to stick to your treatment schedule. Many patients with glaucoma may struggle...
Champagne signals a time of celebration – but opening bubbly can come with some risks. A Champagne cork can fly up to 50 mph as it leaves the bottle—fast enough to shatter glass. If the cork hits an eye, it can cause bleeding, abrasions and even glaucoma.
If toy guns are on your shopping list, Friedberg Eye Assoiciates, PA and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urge you to also give the gift of protective eyewear. Protective eyewear and proper guidance make BB, pellet and paintball gun activities safer.
Beware of illegal costume contact lenses lurking on store shelves or online. Here’s an easy way to tell if your lenses are counterfeit: Can you purchase them without a prescription? If the answer is yes, those creepy lenses are a danger to your vision.
If your eyes are dry and gritty and eyedrops just don’t seem to be helping, you may have an underlying issue in your eyelids causing your Dry Eye Disease. Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, or MGD, is a leading cause of Dry Eye Disease.
Regular eye exams can help reduce a person’s risk of vision loss. In support of NEI’s Healthy Vision Month, Friedberg Eye Associates and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are encouraging everyone to take charge of their eye health...
Tear production normally decreases as we age. Although dry eye can occur in both men and women at any age, women are most often affected. This is especially true after menopause. Dry eye can also be associated with arthritis and...
It is contact lens health week. We are here to remind all contact lens wearers that proper wear and care is so important to help protect your eyes. Using CDC guidelines, we will go over what you need to know to ensure you stay away from eye infections.
Good vision and overall eye health are vital to learning. Friedberg Eye Associates joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in emphasizing the importance of healthy vision to academic success during Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month in August.
Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a known culprit for painful sunburns and melanoma, yet few adults associate it with serious vision problems. But unprotected exposure to UV rays can have very serious eye consequences – especially over the lifetime.
Woodbury Eyewear (located inside Friedberg Eye Associates, PA) has licensed, knowledgeable and experienced opticians. They are dedicated to helping you select the proper frames and lenses that suits your lifestyle and needs.
A cataract is a gradual clouding of the clear lens in the eye, the part that focuses light and produces clear images. Cataracts form slowly and painlessly, but can eventually lead to blindness. Learn what causes them and what you can do to preserve vision.
Seasonal allergies affect more than 35 million Americans each year and can have a tremendously negative impact on an individual’s quality of life. If seasonal conjunctivitis is bothering you, here are some tips that can help.
Guarding your eyes — as well as your hands,nose, and mouth — can slow the spread of coronavirus. Here are some ways you can keep your eyes safe and healthy during this coronavirus outbreak.
Many people who spend long hours reading or working on a computer for their jobs experience eye discomfort. To help avoid workplace dry eye and eye strain, follow these eye ergonomics tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Seniors are at heightened risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness among older Americans. In this blog we discuss steps to take better care of your eyes and protect yourself from AMD-related blindness.
During January’s Glaucoma Awareness Month, we are urging everyone who may be at risk for glaucoma to see an ophthalmologist for a complete eye exam.
During December’s Safe Toys and Celebrations Month we encourage everyone to take a number of steps before purchasing toys, sports equipment, opening a bottle of champagne, and even going near the Christmas tree.
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month and we are observing this month and urging all diabetics to have a dilated eye exam every year. Do you know if you are at risk for blindness due to diabetes?
Some people do not produce enough tears to keep the eye comfortable. Tear production normally decreases as we age. Although dry eye can occur in both men and women at any age, women are most often affected.
Creepy costume lenses might add a spine-tingling thrill to your Halloween costume, but wearing costume contact lenses without a prescription can lead to serious eye infections or permanent vision loss.
In observance of Healthy Aging Month in September, Friedberg Eye Associates, P.A. joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in emphasizing the importance of having regular eye exams to maintain healthy eyes and vision.
