Jay K. Honda

Ensure Your Child’s Eyes Are Ready to Go Back to School

Is Vision Care Part of Your Back-to-School Routine? If your son or daughter’s calendar doesn’t include a visit with the eye doctor, he or she may not be prepared to handle another school year. Changes in your child’s vision over the summer could cause vision problems that may interfere with learning. In addition to checking […]

Protect Your Eyes for Life: Healthy Aging Month

Protect Your Eyes for Life Eye diseases and damage caused by the sun could affect your vision as you get older. Luckily, making a few changes now can help you safeguard your eyesight. Healthy Aging Month in September is the perfect time to try a few of these eye-friendly tips. Keep Your Weight Under Control […]

What Is Astigmatism?

Astigmatism is an extremely common eye condition that affects both children and adults. It occurs when there is an imperfection in some part of your cornea, the clear tissue that covers your iris. Light rays pass through the cornea as they travel to the retina, a thin layer of cells at the back of your […]

Dry Eyes? Blepharitis Could Be to Blame

Dry Eyes? Blepharitis Could Be to Blame Wondering why your eyes are red, dry, and itchy? A condition called blepharitis could be the reason. What Is Blepharitis? Blepharitis occurs when your eyelids become inflamed and irritated. The inflammation can be due to: Bacteria on Your Eyelids Clogged Oil Glands at the Base of Your Eyelashes […]

Your Blurry Vision Could Be Caused by Astigmatism

Your Blurry Vision Could Be Caused by Astigmatism Does everything look blurry, whether you’re reading a book or watching the sun set in the distance? Your blurry vision could be caused by astigmatism, a refractive error that affects 1 in 3 people, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. When Everything Is Blurry Myopia (nearsightedness) […]

November Newsletter: Diabetic eye disease awareness month

Are You at Risk for Diabetic Eye Disease? Diabetes not only increases your risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and nerve damage, but may also affect your eyesight. Unfortunately, many types of diabetic eye diseases only cause symptoms after your vision has already been damaged. Regular visits to the optometrist will help you protect […]

November Newsletter: 5 signs that could be caused by diabetic retinopathy

5 Ways Diabetic Retinopathy Could Affect Your Vision Changes in your vision could mean you have diabetic retinopathy, an eye disease that can cause vision loss or blindness. Anyone who has type 1 or type 2 diabetes can develop diabetic retinopathy. The eye disease affects about 1/3 of American adults who have diabetes, according to […]

December Newsletter: Delicious Recipies that Are Healthy for Your Eyes

Delicious Recipes That Are Healthy for Your Eyes Poor eating habits can increase your risk of developing cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Fortunately, adding one or more of these healthy recipes to your meal rotation could help you reduce your risk of these eye diseases. Healthy Vegetable Dip Raw vegetables make excellent appetizers and […]

Glaucoma Care: What You Need to Know

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide, reports the Glaucoma Research Foundation. This common eye condition typically affects older adults, although infants and young adults are also at risk. Fortunately, however, cutting-edge research is improving diagnosis and treatment of this common eye disease. Talk to your optometrist about glaucoma care for the latest […]