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  • 3 Reasons Why You Need Sunglasses for Driving in Winter

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    Sunglasses may seem like the last thing you think about in the winter months, but as research has shown time and time again, that UVA and UVB protection for our eyes is just as important in the colder season as it is in the summer. And in addition to protecting our eyes from sun damage,…

  • Ways to Keep Your Vision Clear this Winter

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    The need for winter eye care isn’t exactly news to our industry. But with the latest research on dry eye syndrome and blurry vision, it’s important for everyone to take extra precautions in 2016. Temporary blurred vision is far more likely to occur in wintertime, according to eye researcher Sharon Kleyne and this increase in eye problems…

  • Research Shows Higher Risk of Blurred Vision in Winter

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    According to water and eye researcher, Sharon Kleyne, eye health problems can become a big problem during the winter months. Her research shows that temporary blurred vision is far more likely to occur in winter when the atmosphere is cooler. Kleyne warns that symptoms of temporary blurred vision, especially if the patient is already suffering with dry eye…

  • Tips for Choosing Prescription Glasses in Winter

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    A good pair of glasses will serve you all year round but did you know that the changing of seasons isn’t always good for our eyesight? And effectively, that can change our needs when it comes to finding the right frames. In winter, there’s a higher risk of dry eye syndrome, reduced nighttime vision, and even temporary…

  • Stay Safe on the Snow Slopes with These Goggles

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    Winter is coming! No, that’s not meant to be a Game of Thrones reference – we’re just saying that, well, winter is coming. And, with the arrival of winter, you could be keen to hit the snow slopes for some skiing or snowboarding. However, your preparation for that should include taking account of how you…

  • 5 Quick Exercises for Tired Eyes in Winter

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    There are many reasons why you might get tired eyes in the winter time; from the dryness of the air outside and lower humidity levels in the home (which can cause dry eye syndrome) to straining our vision for driving and other activities that we might do in the dark, wintertime can really take a toll…

  • How to Choose Sunglasses for the Winter

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    I once had a friend called The Fonz. My friends and I first gave him this nickname when we first discovered that he never left the house without his leather jacket and a pair of sunglasses. In fact, he rarely attended an event, day or night, summer or winter, without his trusty Ray Bans. We…

  • The Perils of Winter Wear

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     It’s winter again. The rain and the snow. The worries for our sights. Will we fall and break them, Will we lose our vision as the sleet stings our faces and covers our lenses. Take them off. We can see better although squinting as we go. As we put our hand over our brow. Stopping…

  • Eye Protection for the Ski Slopes

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    Eye protection while on the ski slopes is crucial. Your eyes can be damaged by the snow, wind, cold, sun and glare. Unexpected circumstances, such as whipping tree branches, falling ice and thrown snowballs can also injure eyes. Because your eyes require a high level of protection, what are some of the things you should…

  • Reasons To Wear Sunglasses in the Winter

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    In winter months, the sun is sitting lower in the sky. It is also arching across the sky at a completely different angle than during warmer months. This can give your eyes more sun exposure during the day if you are outside for extended periods of time. According to Dr. Susan Taub, MD, assistant professor…