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Michael Healy

Michael is a writer, consultant, editor, and educator with advanced degrees in health science, education, and educational policy and public administration.

How Diabetes Can Damage Your Vision

by Michael Healy February 24, 2022

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According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in adults aged 18-64.

Contributing to a number of serious eye issues, including diabetic retinopathy, macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma, diabetes slowly causes damage to your vision and can ultimately lead to blindness.

Fortunately, research has shown that managing your diabetes and getting regular eye exams are very effective in preventing vision loss and protecting your eyesight.

February 24, 2022

Debunking 10 Common Myths About Vision

by Michael Healy January 14, 2022

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“Don’t sit too close to the television. You’ll go blind!”… “Turn on the light when you read. If you don’t, you’ll go blind!”… “Don’t cross your eyes, they’ll stay that way and you’ll go blind!”

These classic bits of eye health wisdom from my dear mother still ring clearly in my ears.

Unfortunately, I sat way too close to the tube, I read in the dark more often than not, and my friends and I probably spent a collective week of our lives looking at each other through crossed eyes… and guess what? My eyes didn’t stay crossed and, believe it or not, I didn’t go blind!

Fortunately, none of these timeless words of eye health advice shared for years by millions of mothers around the world have turned out to be true.

So where did these crazy myths about vision—and the many others we’ve heard over the years—come from? And more importantly: are any of them true or are they all wise tales and myths?

Here are the 10 most common eye-related health myths and my attempt to use facts and research to effectively debunk each. I’ll start with the three mentioned above.

January 14, 2022

4 Ways to Make Your Eyes Look Less Tired

by Michael Healy December 10, 2021

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Believe it or not, lack of sleep has been classified as an epidemic by the CDC. In fact, the issue is so widespread that over 110 million Americans, more than 33% of the population, report not getting enough sleep each night.

Sleeping less than seven hours per day is associated with an increased risk of developing a number of dangerous health conditions, including obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. In addition, it’s one of the leading causes of why your eyes look swollen, strained, and just plain tired.

But chronic lack of sleep, or just staying up too late too often, aren’t the only contributors to tired or swollen eyes. Allergies, the common cold, and eye strain have also been known to give your eyes that “been up too long” look.

Let’s take a look at two of the most common signs of tired eyes and learn what you can do to keep your eyes looking healthy and refreshed!

December 10, 2021

Are Contact Lenses Safe For Kids?

by Michael Healy November 5, 2021

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“I broke my glasses… again.”

It’s the dreaded phrase heard by parents of glasses-wearing kids everywhere.

In an effort to eliminate the inconvenience of lost and broken eyeglasses, many parents are considering contact lenses for their kids, but at the same time, are unsure if wearing contact lenses is a safe option.

A lot of research shows contact lenses are not only safe for kids, but in some cases, can also help to correct vision and slow the progression of myopia.

However, just because contact lenses are safe for children, it doesn’t mean contacts are the right option for all kids. This article examines the research behind the safety of contact lenses for children, and considers the pros and cons.

November 5, 2021

What’s the First Sign Of Glaucoma?

by Michael Healy October 8, 2021

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When it comes to eye health, one of the most commonly searched questions on the web is, “What is the first sign of glaucoma?”

Glaucoma, unlike most diseases and conditions of the eye, is actually a group of diseases that gradually cause pressure to build in the eye. Over time, this increase in pressure affects the optic nerve and can result in permanent vision loss. Glaucoma is also the leading cause of blindness in adults.

Unfortunately, the onset of vision loss resulting from glaucoma is often so gradual that the condition is not diagnosed until detected during an eye exam or until irreversible damage has already occurred.

According to recent estimates, more than 3 million people over the age of 40 in the United States are currently living with glaucoma. Because the condition is often asymptomatic, most people are not aware they have the disease.

While there’s no cure for the condition, there are several effective treatment options to slow or prevent vision loss—if the first signs of glaucoma are discovered early.

October 8, 2021

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