What Does Being Colorblind Mean?
Just because someone is colorblind, it doesn’t mean they see the world like a black-and-white movie.
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Blue Light Special!
Dr. Blake What is all this hoopla about Blue Light? We get questions all the time about Blue Light and its effects on eye health. Here at Apple Valley Vision, we feel very strongly about Blue Light and its potential effects on the eye. Eye health is often a forgotten aspect to many people and […]
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Presbyopia, Bifocals, and Progressives
Presbyopia is farsightedness caused by the increasing rigidity of the lens in the eye as we age.
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All About Glaucoma
Our eyes are incredible, complicated organs. Many different components need to work together for us to be able to see.
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Vision and the Challenges of Night Driving
In winter, when the days are shorter, we tend to end up driving more at night.
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Winter Is Here! Are Your Eyes Protected?
When we think of sunburns, most of us probably imagine sandy beaches and summer heat, but we can get sunburned in any season, including winter.
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Smoking Versus Healthy Vision
The most common health effects that come to mind when we think of smoking are lung cancer and bad teeth, but it doesn’t stop there.
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Diabetes and Vision
Diabetes is a disease that can negatively affect health in many ways, including healthy eyesight.
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The Connection Between Vision and Sleep
Sometimes it’s hard to get a full night’s sleep, but when we don’t, we definitely feel it.
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A Word of Caution on Costume Contacts
Halloween is our favorite spooky time of year, but we need to talk about the potential dangers of costume contact lenses.