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Some eye conditions are hereditary, but many are a result of poor vision care and bad habits. You may be surprised to find that things you do each and every day might actually be damaging your eye sight. Here are a few bad habits that you should break in order to protect your vision for […]

Have you ever heard someone say they have 20/20 vision? What does that mean exactly? In this post, we’ll discuss what 20/20 vision is, the reasons for blurry vision, and ways to improve your vision. What is 20/20 vision? 20/20 vision is a term used to describe normal visual acuity, which means that a person […]

Dr. Peter Hersh and the CLEI staff recently hosted two students from Princeton University as part of their “Princeternship” Program. Taken directly from Princeton’s website, the definition ofa Princeternship is, “A career exploration program sponsored by Career Services and a unique opportunity for students to investigate a career field and make professional connections by spending […]

Over 2,000 eye injuries occur each day on job sites across the U.S. and one in ten of those injuries required missed days of works to recover. Of the total amount of work-related eye injuries that occur, 10 to 20 percent will cause temporary or permanent vision loss. While many think that eye injuries only […]

You might think that because your vision is fine that your eyes are healthy, but receiving a comprehensive eye exam is the only way to be absolutely certain. During your visit both of your eyes will be closely examined for any signs of vision problems and eye diseases. The dilation of your eyes is a […]

Light is something that is constantly all around us, in our homes and offices, shining from our televisions, smartphones, and computer screens. For the most part, nobody really stops to think about light and the effect of different colors of light has on our bodies, moods, and overall health. Were you aware that blue light […]

A simple eye test could soon reveal whether patients have Alzheimer’s disease, or if they are likely to develop the disease in the future. Researchers recently announced promising results associated with a study focused on a new test that can pick up on the disease years – if not decades – before the appearance of […]

Whether you’re playing an action-packed sport or just cleaning around the house, eye injuries can happen anytime, anywhere to anyone. The American Academy of Ophthalmology reported that more than 2.5 million eye injuries happen every year across the world with 100,000 of those injuries taking place in the U.S. Of those eye injuries 90% could […]

Low vision refers to a visual impairment that is not correctable through surgery, prescription drugs, glasses or contacts. It’s often characterized by partial sight, such as blurred vision, blind spots or tunnel vision. Low vision can impact people of any age, but it is primarily associated with adults over the age of 60. Causes of […]

June is Cataract Awareness Month. Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world and affect more than 22 million Americans aged 40 and older. The Cornea and Laser Eye Institute wants you to be informed about the ways you can help protect yourself. Risk factors for developing cataracts include diabetes, direct and prolonged […]