Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on July 14, 2022
Summer is officially in full swing, and what better way to escape the endless heat than to splash in cool water. Before you head out for your next swim, we want to open your eyes to some helpful eye health tips for summer fun at the pool. Protect Your Tear Film What is a tear… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in News on June 28, 2022
We welcomed summer and celebrated National Sunglasses Day this week on June 27, 2022. As we approach July, which marks UV Safety Month, it’s a perfect time to grab your best sunglasses while you are out and about to enjoy your favorite summer activities. Did you know it wasn’t until the 1900s that sunglasses became… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on June 15, 2022
International Men’s Health Week is celebrated this week from June 13 – 19. Men’s Health Week falls perfectly just before Father’s Day, and to celebrate the week, we are highlighting a few things you or the men in your life can do to keep your eye health in top shape. You only have one set… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on June 8, 2022
Our eyes are windows to our health, impressive complex organs that need special attention. We like to empower our patients with a wealth of knowledge on their eye health, and we would like to discuss today’s retinal detachment. According to the British Journal of Ophthalmology, Retinal Detachment is a sight-threatening condition that affects 1 in… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on June 2, 2022
Did you know that June is Cataract Awareness Month? Together with Prevent Blindness, the eye doctors at Cobb Eye Center are dedicated to increasing awareness of cataracts and educating patients about one of the leading causes of treatable vision loss in the United States. According to Prevent Blindness, more than 25 million Americans will develop… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on May 26, 2022
According to AAA, 39.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Memorial Day holiday weekend. This is an 8.3% increase over 2021 60% percent increase bringing travel volumes almost in line with those in 2017. If you and your family plan to travel this Memorial Day weekend, we wanted to give… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Uncategorized on May 4, 2022
Spring is here with lots of sunshine and warmer weather, leading to many people exercising and having fun outdoors. It is something about the warm weather that encourages us to live a healthier and more physical fitness lifestyle that includes eating fruits and vegetables, long walks in the park, and even having a set goal… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on April 7, 2022
April is Sports Eye Safety Month, a reminder initiated by the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) to raise awareness about preventing sports-related eye injuries. Nearly 30,000 sports-related eye injuries are treated in U.S. emergency rooms each year, and 90 percent of these eye injuries could be avoided by wearing protective eyewear. Take Me Out To The… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Uncategorized on April 1, 2022
This month and year-round, we would like to remind our patients to prioritize your eye health in 2022 by scheduling your comprehensive eye exam and keeping in mind the importance of good eye health. Save Your Vision Month traces its founding to 1927 by members of the American Optometric Association (AOA). This month and every… Read More
Posted by: Cobb Eye Center in Eye Health on March 9, 2022
March is Women’s History Month, celebrating women’s contributions to history, society, medicine, and culture. There have been groundbreaking contributions from women within eye healthcare as well. Did you know that women are at greater risk for eye disease and visual impairments? According to the Women’s Eye Health Organization, women account for more than two-thirds of… Read More
