Move over, mascara. Eyelash extensions are the new rage. But are they safe? Ophthalmologists at John A. Moran Eye Center provide tips to help protect your vision.
If you or someone you know is affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD), you understand how much it can impact the quality of day-to-day life. While the condition is mostly connected to aging, there are ways to prevent, treat, and slow the condition. Ophthalmologist Monika Fleckenstein, MD, is a specialist in degenerative retinal diseases with the Moran Eye Center. She explains the basics of AMD, ways to identify it early, and treatment options that can help patients with the condition enjoy a better quality of life.
John A. Moran Eye Center optometrist Deepika Bagga, OD, explains the latest approaches to managing blepharitis, including prescription medications, at-home remedies—and even the Mediterranean diet.
As an optometrist at the John A. Moran Eye Center, Edward Nicholls, OD, gets a lot of questions about vision. From new parents to senior patients, he shares some of...
Bodies of water—especially lakes and rivers—are contaminated with bacteria and organisms. If you swim in them, you're at a greater risk of developing an eye infection. John A. Moran Eye...
As with most complicated subjects, myths about vision and eye health abound. John A. Moran Eye Center optometrist Gabriel Hulewsky, OD, has heard them all, and he's here to debunk...
For many of us, tradition dictates starting the new year with resolutions for better health. Often, we promise ourselves we'll get more exercise, eat a healthier diet, or quit smoking...
People may often see little moving proteins—called floaters—in their eyes. Ophthalmologist Dr. Brian Zaugg explains what floaters are, why they occur, and why they generally occur more in older people. He'll also tells you some tips for managing floaters.
You know regular exercise benefits your heart, lungs, energy level, and waistline. But did you know it can also help preserve your vision? From the minute you wake up until...
Are contact lens wearers at higher risk for coronavirus infection since they may touch their eyes more than average? Experts at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah...
Should you worry if conjunctivitis, known as pink eye, could be a symptom of coronavirus? Experts at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah discuss the rare association...
Medical advice to stop rubbing your eyes is more important than ever with the COVID-19 pandemic. Experts at the Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah tell you why...
You've probably heard that carrots are good for your eyes, and it's true. Carrots are a super source of beta-carotene—and that's a start. But it takes a whole lot more...
As your loved ones get older, there’s a good chance they will begin losing their vision, and in turn, their ability to drive safely degrades. But taking away the car keys from a loved one can be an emotional and challenging event. Lisa Ord, patient support program director for The Moran Eye Center, shares some practical strategies on this critical and potentially life-saving conversation.
