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The Scariest Thing About Halloween: Why Costume Contacts Need a Prescription

October brings pumpkins, parties, and plenty of costumes but it also brings a spike in preventable eye injuries. At SightMD, we see more Halloween-related eye problems than at any other time of year, most often linked to decorative contact...

Pumpkin Season, Eye-Healthy Plate: What Vitamin A, Lutein & Zeaxanthin Really Do

Why a Fall Plate Can Be Good for Your Eyes Autumn brings cooler air, shorter days, and a return to comforting foods. It is also one of the best seasons to focus on eye-friendly nutrition. Farmers’ markets are packed...

The Gift of Sight: Celebrating World Sight Day 2025 with Healthy Vision Habits

World Sight Day is more than a date on the calendar. It is a global reminder that vision is one of our most precious senses, and one that millions of people risk losing every single year. Observed on the...

11 Essential Eye Health Habits Gen-Z and Millennials Need to Start Now

By 2050, experts predict that the number of Americans experiencing vision loss will double, affecting nearly 9 million individuals. Although eye disease may appear to be a concern primarily for older adults, the reality is that your choices in...

Aging Eyes: 20 Vision Changes to Monitor and How SightMD Can Help

Normal Vision Changes with Age Even healthy eyes experience various changes as they progress through different stages over time. By the time you reach your 40s, you might start to notice that reading fine print or focusing on nearby...

Summer Eye Health Tips for Teens: Preventing Allergies and Chlorine-Related Dryness

Late summer can be tough on teen eyes, with a combination of lingering seasonal allergies and frequent pool days creating the perfect storm for irritation. From pollen-induced allergic conjunctivitis to chlorine-related dryness, eye health issues can disrupt daily activities,...

Linking Vision and Cognitive Health: Why Seniors Should Prioritize Eye Exams

Understanding the Vision & Dementia Connection Research indicates that vision problems, such as untreated cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration, extend beyond eye health. These conditions can significantly raise the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. A notable study prompted...

August is National Eye Exam Month: Why Your Annual Eye Check Matters

A Vision-Saving Reminder August is National Eye Exam Month, and it’s more than just a calendar event—it’s a call to action. Too often, people skip their annual eye check simply because their vision seems fine. But many sight-threatening eye...

Summer Eye Issues: When to See an Eye Doctor Near You

Sunkissed, Salty, and Squinting? Summer’s Not Always Easy on the Eyes The days are longer, the sun is stronger, and whether you’re beach-bound, poolside, or just taking a road trip with the windows down, your eyes take on a...

July’s Dry Eye Awareness: Symptoms, Solutions & Expert Tips from SightMD

Each July, National Dry Eye Awareness Month shines a spotlight on a common yet often overlooked condition that affects millions of Americans: dry eye disease. With symptoms that can range from mild discomfort to vision disruption, raising awareness is...