Are You Celebrating With Fireworks This Memorial Day?

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on May 16, 2023

firework safety tips to prevent eye injuries

Did you know that fireworks cause 2,000 eye injuries every year? According to a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology, during the 19-year study period, fireworks caused more than 34,000 ocular injuries, and the most common injury was an ocular burn. We are on the heels of Memorial Day as the first holiday to start the upcoming summer… Read More


May is Ultraviolet Awareness Month

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on May 9, 2023

may is ultraviolet awareness month

Summer is almost here, and while the sun will be shining bright, it is a golden time to highlight Ultraviolet Awareness Month. Prevent Blindness has declared May as Ultraviolet (UV) Awareness Month to increase awareness of how UV rays can damage your eyes and hurt your vision. We are happy to share this valuable information… Read More


May Is Healthy Vision Month

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on May 2, 2023

may is healthy vision month

It’s Healthy Vision Month, established by the National Eye Institute in 2003. Our practice agrees to spread awareness to our patients and educate you about the importance of eye health this month and every day of the year. We encourage you to find ways to be healthier, so your vision will last a lifetime. One… Read More


Have You Been Diagnosed With Cataracts?

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on April 25, 2023

have you been diagnosed with cataracts?

If you have been diagnosed by your eye doctor with a cataract, you are not alone. According to the National Eye Institute, cataracts affect over 24.4 million Americans aged 40 and older. We are here for you to ensure you have the best support for your cataract diagnosis. Here are a few recommendations from the… Read More


Your Eyes As You Age

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on April 18, 2023

Older woman holding her little dog

Beginning in the early to mid-40s, many adults may start to have issues seeing clearly, especially when reading and working on a digital device. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, adults develop this typical problem between 41 to 60. This average change in the eye’s focusing ability, called presbyopia, will continue to progress over… Read More


What Is An Ocular Migraine?

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in News on April 12, 2023

what is an ocular migraine?

An ocular migraine is a rare condition characterized by temporary vision loss or even temporary blindness in one eye. Ocular migraines are caused by reduced blood flow or spasms of blood vessels in the retina or behind the eye. In an ocular migraine, vision in the affected eye generally returns to normal within an hour…. Read More


What Are Spring Eye Allergies?

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on March 13, 2023

We are on the cusp of Spring, and the change in season promises fairer weather and new beginnings. Unfortunately, Spring’s new growth can also create seasonal allergies that leave you with congestion, headaches, and itchy, swollen eyes. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, eye allergies also called allergic conjunctivitis, are pretty standard. They occur… Read More


Women’s Eye Health March is Women’s History Month

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on March 7, 2023

March is Women’s History Month, an observance and celebration of women’s vital role in American history, contributing to culture, society, and medicine. Every woman is essential and contributes daily to help lives, whether for family, colleagues, or the community. A woman’s everyday life is hectic and has many obligations that involve many priorities to complete…. Read More


What is a Cataract?

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on February 21, 2023

What is a Cataract? A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the eye’s lens. A cataract begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina converts the light that comes through the lens into signals. It sends the signals to… Read More


Have A Good Night’s Sleep and Reduce The Blue Light

Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on February 14, 2023

have a good nights sleep

The blue light from your digital devices may affect you from falling asleep and having a quality night’s sleep. You may have experienced trouble falling asleep after staring at your phone or other digital devices right before bedtime. The blue light from your digital devices keeps us up and stimulates us to wake up, whether… Read More


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