What Do Your Eyes Reveal About Your Heart?
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
February often brings thoughts of heart-shaped candies and heart-themed décor for Valentine’s Day, but more importantly, it should make you think about your heart health, too! February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on heart health and disease prevention. However, many don’t realize that the eyes and heart are not just connected but…
Read MoreFebruary is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about a condition that impacts millions of lives. We want to highlight the importance of eye health and encourage everyone to prioritize their vision. Join the movement to spread knowledge and support those affected by AMD! What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?…
Read MoreRaleigh Ophthalmology Celebrates the Grand Opening of New Clayton Location
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in News
CLAYTON, NC – (Jan. 27, 2025) – Raleigh Ophthalmology hosted a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new Clayton Office, 49 Healthpark Way, Suite 120 Clayton, NC 27520, on January 23, 2025, with practice doctors, staff, community members, patients and representatives from the Clayton Chamber of Commerce. With three additional locations in the…
Read MoreDid You Know Stress Can Be a Strain on Your Eyes?
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
Stress is one factor that affects most people in our busy lives, and health conditions from stress are common. However, did you know that stress can also affect your eyes? When life feels too busy or demanding, your eyes can pay the price like the rest of your body during those emotionally difficult times. Below…
Read MoreYour Eye Health Will Benefit From Breaking the Habit
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Uncategorized
Our eyesight is one of our most treasured senses. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34.1 million adults in the United States currently smoke cigarettes. Smoking cigarettes does increase your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, and cancer, but did you know that smoking can also harm your eye health…
Read MoreDelicious and Nutritious Eye-Healthy Delights For Your Thanksgiving Feast
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
Can you believe that Thanksgiving will be upon us in two weeks? Before you start planning your Thanksgiving dinner feast, we’re thrilled to introduce a few menu options that might just become your new favorites. These include some delightful, eye-healthy choices that will add a burst of color and nutrition to your traditional recipes. The…
Read MoreNovember is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
November is not just another month; it’s a significant period for our patients. It’s Diabetes Awareness Month, a time when we all come together to shine a light on this prevalent condition. But did you know it’s also Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, founded in 1998 by Prevent Blindness? This dual focus on prevention is…
Read MoreWhy Are My Eyes So Dry?
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
There comes a time when nearly everyone experiences that uncomfortable and gritty feeling when your eyes become too dry. However, for some people, dry eye is more than a short-lived annoyance when the dry eye symptoms continue; it is an issue that often might be due to dry eye syndrome. This blog post empowers you…
Read MoreHow to Recognize Symptoms of Cataracts
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
Your eyes are the windows to your soul, and the lens of your eye is crucial for your daily activities. However, with age, the proteins in your lens can clump, leading to symptoms of cataracts. These symptoms, such as blurry vision, can significantly impact your daily activities. This underscores the importance of not delaying your eye exam!…
Read MoreProtect Your Eyes This Halloween
Posted by: Raleigh Ophthalmology in Eye Health
Are you ready to celebrate and have fun this Halloween? Creating your Halloween costumes and putting the extra finishes on your costume look to indulge in a fun expression of your personality, but if you are not careful in what you choose, your costume could lead to a trip to the eye doctor. Thinking of…
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