Myopia, or nearsightedness, once considered a refractive problem is now considered a public health concern. In 2010, approximately 28% of the world’s population was reported to be myopic. By 2050, it is projected that 50% of the global population (approximately 5 BILLION people) will be myopic! So, what is the concern? With myopia there is […]
The macula, the area in the retina responsible for detailed central vision and color vision, contains yellow pigment known as macular pigment (MP). MP is composed of three carotenoids: lutein, zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin. They are important in providing optimal visual performance and has blue light filtering properties which is essential in protection against macular disease. A […]
How many hours are you spending in front of digital devices? In the last 15-20 years, there has been a revolution in lighting and technology. The focus on energy-efficiency has transitioned our homes from use of incandescent bulbs to compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Additionally, the use of LEDs has dominated in […]
If an eye disease was an inevitable part of your life, wouldn’t it be nice if you could pick which disease you had? If you could, you would want to pick cataracts. Today, cataract surgery can not only remedy the disease but it can make your eye sight better than it ever was before. Thanks […]