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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Knowing When to Surrender Your Keys: Aging and Driving
Highlights Aging-related vision loss can affect safe driving, reaction time, and overall driver safety. Older drivers may struggle with glare, low light, and reading road signs clearly. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, changes in visual acuity and peripheral vision can raise traffic safety risks. There are self-assessment tools available for older drivers to…
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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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How Diabetes Affects Your Eyes and Vision Health: Key Facts
Key Highlights Diabetes can hurt your eye health even before you feel anything is wrong. High blood sugar levels may harm the tiny blood vessels in your eyes and make you more likely to lose vision. Diabetic retinopathy is a common diabetic eye disease that is a big cause of blindness. People with diabetes often…
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Contact Lenses vs Glasses: What’s Best for Your Lifestyle?
What’s best for your lifestyle? Contact Lenses or Glasses.
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How Do You Know When It’s Time for Cataract Surgery?
Cataract Surgery & Lens Technology
When everyday moments start looking a little less clear, it may be time to ask: Are your cataracts ready for treatment?
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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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Clay Eye Physicians & Surgeons Welcomes Optometrist Gabrielle Cintron, OD
Clay Eye Physicians & Surgeons has welcomed Gabrielle Cintron, OD, to its expanding North Florida team as the practice marks 50 years of providing comprehensive eye care. With five locations and 17 physicians, Clay Eye offers specialized services ranging from cataract and retina care to routine exams, contact lenses and boutique eyewear.
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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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