Hecht Eye Institute

If you are sitting in front of a laptop or other computer right now and your eyes feel itchy and tired, you are 1) probably experiencing eye strain, and 2) you have probably been sitting there too long. Many of us feel like we are chained to our screens most days, but it is necessary evil in order to make a living. Whether you work remotely or in an office, there are ways to soothe your eyes and make work more palatable. Let’s list some tips for managing eye strain and fatigue.

Eye floaters are as normal as your knees starting to hurt or developing wrinkles on your beautiful face. You guessed it. Eye floaters are just another thing to add to the list of aging. You may begin to notice them after age 50. They may come and go and usually are not anything to be concerned about, with some exceptions. So, let’s find out, are eye floaters normal?

An ophthalmology visit is simple and straightforward. The tests are designed to look for any chronic eye problems or diseases and check the health of your eyes. How often you need one depends on your age, family history, or any pre-existing conditions that need monitoring. What can you expect during an ophthalmology appointment?