Understanding How Screen Time Affects Your Eye Health
Key Highlights Screen time has become an essential part of work, school, and everyday life, but spending long periods in front of digital devices can contribute to eye discomfort and fatigue. Digital eye strain can cause symptoms such as dry eyes, blurry vision, headaches, difficulty focusing, and tired or irritated eyes after prolonged screen use….
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Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes, Treatment, and What They Are
Are you seeing small specks, threads, or flashes of light? While eye floaters and flashes are usually harmless, sudden changes can indicate serious issues like retinal tears. If you notice a sudden increase in floaters or flashes, seek medical attention. Learn more about eye floaters and when to consult an eye care professional.
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What to Look for in an Eye Doctor: A New Patient’s Guide
Choosing a new eye doctor starts with understanding your needs and the provider’s expertise. This guide explains the difference between optometrists and ophthalmologists, what to look for in qualifications, services, location, insurance, and reviews, and how comprehensive care supports long-term vision health. It also highlights Clay Eye’s connected care across North Florida.
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Back to School Eye Exams: Essential for Children’s Success
A back-to-school eye exam at Clay Eye can help set children up for academic success by detecting vision problems that school screenings may miss. This comprehensive exam checks eye health, focus, and coordination, not just clear sight, helping children read, learn, and participate confidently while supporting early detection and long-term vision care.
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How UVA and UVB Rays Affect Your Eyes: What to Know
Learn how UVA and UVB rays can damage your eyes over time, even on cloudy days. This guide explains short- and long-term risks like photokeratitis, cataracts, pterygium, and macular degeneration, plus who is most vulnerable and how sunglasses, hats, and regular eye exams help protect vision.
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Stay Safe This July: UV Safety Month Awareness Tips
July is UV Safety Month, the perfect time to share awareness tips and a great reminder that protecting your eyes from the sun is just as important as protecting your skin.
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Cataracts Prevention Statistics: What Our Experts Recommend
Eye Diseases & Treatment,Cataract Surgery & Lens Technology,Eye Health & Wellness
Discover cataracts prevention statistics experts and our very own surgery center recommend to keep your vision clear. Read more in our latest blog!
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I HATE HAVING MY EYES DILATED
Eye Diseases & Treatment,Eye Health & Wellness
If you are a patient that year after year dreads having their eyes dilated-then Optomap might be your answer! We’ve heard it all…. “it’s such a weird feeling”, “makes me feel off-balance”, “it takes forever to wear off”, “I don’t mind the eye exam, it’s the dilation part that I hate!”. Most patients feel they…
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I just need an eye exam…
Most people just know the term “eye doctor”, but in reality, there are several different kinds of “eye doctors”. What’s the difference between an MD and DO? For patients, there is virtually no difference between the treatment by an MD or DO. They are both similarly educated and certified, attending 4 years of medical school,…
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Blinded by the light?
Eye Diseases & Treatment,Eye Health & Wellness
Do you block your eyes from bright light…do you turn off bright lights…do you squint…do you turn down the brightness of your screen/monitor? If you answered YES to any of these questions, Acuvue Oasys with Transitions contact lenses might be the solution for you. Did you know… 64% of consumers are bothered by bright light…
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