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Mar 13, 2019
The Lowdown on Lasik
LASIK vision-correction surgery delivers freedom from eyeglasses and contact lenses, the technology is incredibly precise, and it’s quick and painless
Feb 20, 2019
What People with Low Vision Want You to Know
As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist in the John A. Moran Eye Center’s comprehensive Patient Support Program, Amy Henderson, MSW, LCSW, is well aware of the misunderstandings surrounding people with low vision. She and her colleagues—including counselors, an occupational therapist, and a vision rehabilitation specialist—support low vision patients and their families daily, debunking myths along the way.
Jan 25, 2019
Glaucoma and Marijuana: What Ophthalmologists Want You to Know
Some myths die hard—like the one about marijuana as a treatment for glaucoma patients.
Dec 17, 2018
TOP TIPS FOR CHOOSING SAFE TOYS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
The thrills of lightsabers, wands, bows, and swords are just too much to resist—especially when it comes to Christmas wish lists.
Nov 19, 2018
You Need Sunglasses on the Slopes
UV radiation is present in the winter as well as the summer.
Nov 14, 2018
Don't Let Diabetic Eye Disease Sneak Up on You
If you are one of the 30.3 million Americans with diabetes, you are at risk for diabetic eye disease—including blindness.
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6 Vasectomy Myths That Aren’t True
Mar 20, 2019
A vasectomy is considered the least invasive and lowest risk procedure someone can have. However, when it comes to "getting snipped," there are a lot of myths floating around. Urologist Dr. Alex Pastuszak debunks some of the major myths about vasectomies—some of which are downright ridiculous.
Play NowHealth Hack: Lose Weight By Cutting Soda
Mar 20, 2019
If you’re struggling to lose weight, today’s Health Hack may be for you. Dr. Troy Madsen explains how cutting one large soda a day can lead to losing up to a pound a week.
Play NowHealth Hack: Cotton Swab to Stop an Ingrown Toenail
Mar 7, 2019
An ingrown toenail can be extremely painful and, in some cases, require antibiotics and a procedure. On today’s Health Hack with Dr. Troy Madsen, learn how to stop an ingrown toenail before they even start.
Play NowWhich Pregnancy Myths Are Actually True?
Mar 7, 2019
Will eating spicy food during pregnancy make your child go blind? Can cocoa butter prevent stretch marks? Does a chronic stomach ache mean your baby will be a boy? OB/GYN Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones discusses these and other common pregnancy old wives’ tales.
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