by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Oct 24, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
As the US population ages, cases of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) are expected to double. Right now more than 2 million people are affected by AMD. Although AMD is the most common cause of eyesight problems in people over 50 years old, it doesn’t affect...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Sep 29, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
Healthy eyes are an important part of your overall health plan. There are many things you can do to keep them healthy and make sure you are seeing your best. Follow these simple steps as you age: Have a comprehensive dilated eye exam. Your vision may seem fine to...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Sep 19, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
It’s Football Season Again! Football season opens more discussions about concussions or traumatic brain injuries (TBI) but they are not isolated to football – soccer and field hockey are also sports with risks for head injuries. In fact, cheerleaders have the fifth...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Aug 23, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
Back-to-school time is upon us and while many students’ lists include backpacks, rulers, and new shoes, there’s one more thing parents need on their back-to-school checklist – a comprehensive eye health and vision exam for their student. Studies show that as much as...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Aug 12, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
The school year is almost here! As kids prepare to work their brains, keep in mind that being a student also places great demand on their eyes. Time for an Eye Exam It’s always a good idea to have your student’s eyes checked at the start of a new school year. As much...
by Appalachian Eye Care - Princeton & Giles | Jul 22, 2016 | Optical News, Uncategorized
Early eye examinations are crucial to make sure children have normal, healthy vision so they can perform better at schoolwork or play.Students may give up on their classwork rather than admit they can’t see what their teacher is writing on the board. This seemingly...
