Vision and Eye Health in Arizona [Infographic]
For a snapshot of eye health in Arizona, take a look at the infographic below (click to enlarge). According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1.3 billion people suffer from …
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Why Am I Seeing Spots? Causes, Warning Signs, and Next Steps in Phoenix, Arizona
“Why am I seeing spots all of a sudden, especially when I look at the Phoenix, Arizona, sky or a white wall?” is a common question our doctors at Barnet …
Learn MoreHow do Polarized Lenses Work?
Get the Best Lenses by Knowing the Benefits and Drawbacks There’s a price for living in a state that has an average of 300 sunny days per year. If you …
Learn MoreVision Changes During Pregnancy: What to Expect & When to Seek Help
Imagine you’re setting up the nursery, only to discover your favorite baby shower invite looks fuzzy around the edges. As you juggle doctor appointments and mood swings, unexpected vision changes …
Learn MoreHow to Protect Your Eyes During a Solar Eclipse
There’s a ton of buzz about the upcoming total solar eclipse on August 21, 2017 and for good reason: It will be the first total solar eclipse to travel across …
Learn MoreWhat is Keratoconus?
Keratoconus is a progressive condition where the front of the eye gradually thins and bulges outward, forming a cone-like shape. The Role of the Cornea Understanding keratoconus helps us know …
Learn MoreCan I Get LASIK Surgery If I’m Pregnant?
Can I Get LASIK Surgery While Pregnant? In most cases, LASIK should wait until after pregnancy and breastfeeding because hormonal changes can temporarily affect your vision, tear production, corneal shape, …
Learn More10 Ways to Protect Your Eyes This Summer
You know to apply sunscreen to protect your skin, but what protects your eyes? Your eyes are just as vulnerable to sun damage and environmental exposure, and protecting them requires …
Learn MoreWhy Vision Loss in Women Is More Common Than Men
You’re squinting at your phone again, thinking it’s just the lighting. Later, your eyes feel dry, and your vision is a little blurrier than usual, but you brush it off. …
Learn MoreImplantable Contact Lenses vs LASIK: Benefits & Cost
Clear vision isn’t just a convenience—it’s a necessity. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 8 million Americans struggle with poor eyesight. Glasses and traditional contacts help, but they don’t …
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