5 Ways To Celebrate Healthy Vision Month!
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on May 16, 2019
![woman smiling into camera](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1016701177-270x180.jpg)
Did you know that May is healthy vision month? Are you looking for a way to celebrate it? Here are five ways to enjoy healthy vision month! 1. Get an Eye Exam Changes in your vision impact your life. These changes could be vision loss, seeing floaters, or halos while driving at night. All these… Read More
How Often Should I Have Eye Exams?
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams on April 15, 2019
![woman getting eye exam](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_52706038-270x180.jpg)
Do you remember the last time you had an eye exam? Are you trying to decide when to take your child in for their first eye exam? Getting your eyes checked is just as important as going to get your annual physical. Did you know that most adults and kids have not had a comprehensive eye… Read More
3 Tips That Can Help You Decrease Your Risk Of Spring Allergies
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on February 26, 2018
![spring allergies](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_398719123-270x180.jpg)
With the long months of Winter coming to an end – we are all ready for it to be spring. But the rising temperatures also come with an increase of pollen and with that comes the negative side effects of spring allergies. You have probably found yourself, a victim, to spring allergies and the annoying… Read More
Is it Time for You to Get an Eye Exam?
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on November 10, 2017
![Doctor giving an eye exam](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_369146861-1-270x178.jpg)
Life gets busy and sometimes we forgot about appointments, it happens. So, if you are sitting there trying to remember when the last time you had your eyes checked – you aren’t alone. Your health is important, and it is crucial to take care of your eyes. So, when do you know it’s time to… Read More
The Difference Between Nearsightedness and Farsightedness
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on September 27, 2017
![Woman trying on eye glasses](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/uploads/blog-3-sept-oct-270x180.jpg)
You go to any appointment and you hear an abundance of medical terminology that you might not understand – we’ve been there too. When you are at your eye appointment you might hear the terms nearsightedness and farsightedness. You might even be dealing with one of these conditions. But what do they both mean? First,… Read More
Conjunctivitis: What is Pink Eye and How Can I Avoid It?
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on December 28, 2016
![Conjunctivitis: What is Pink Eye and How Can I Avoid It?](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/themes/glacial/images/logo-new.png)
Conjunctivitis, or “Pink Eye” as it is more commonly known, is a common eye problem that can be treated relatively easily and avoided using a few simple precautions. Pink eye is something anyone can develop, but it is seen more prominently among younger age groups where children are less cautious about exposure to germs. Students… Read More
Four Back-to-School Eye Health Recommendations
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Children, Eye Exams on September 10, 2016
![Four Back-to-School Eye Health Recommendations](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/themes/glacial/images/logo-new.png)
It is that time of year again! Back-to-School! Millions of parents around the country are rushing to stores to buy all the newest school supplies and outfits. While you are going through your list of school supplies make sure to not skip your child’s eye health. You can’t underestimate the importance of ensuring your children… Read More
3 Non-Hygienic Habits Most Contact Lens Users Develop
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on June 8, 2016
![3 Non-Hygienic Habits Most Contact Lens Users Develop](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/themes/glacial/images/logo-new.png)
Chance are, if you are one of 35+ million contact lens users in America, you were taught all the basics of proper contact lens hygiene when you first received your prescription. There are probably even better odds that you currently aren’t following those contact lens hygiene basics you were taught every single day. Millions of… Read More
What Does It Mean To Have A Color Vision Deficiency?
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on March 23, 2016
![What Does It Mean To Have A Color Vision Deficiency?](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/themes/glacial/images/logo-new.png)
Color vision deficiency or, as it is more commonly known, color blindness, occurs when you are unable to perceive a wide spectrum of colors that the eye should be able to see. Color blindness can affect people at a variety of different levels, some may just only be unable to discern shades of red and… Read More
Have A Lot Of Headaches? Get Your Eyes Checked
Posted by: Eye Health Northwest in Eye Exams, General Eye Health on February 28, 2016
![Have A Lot Of Headaches? Get Your Eyes Checked](https://www.ehnpc.com/wp-content/themes/glacial/images/logo-new.png)
Having routine eye exams is important for more reasons than to just make sure your eye prescription is up to date. Only eye doctors are equipped with the knowledge to detect vision problems early. If you find you are suffering from recurring headaches, then there might be something wrong with your vision. While not all… Read More