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Focus on fun and protect your eyes this summer

May 16, 2023May 23, 2023eye safety, ophthalmology, Summer, swimming

Summer activities mean more time outside, but some can pose potential hazards to eye safety. Baylor ophthalmologist Dr. Masih Ahmed urges everyone to protect their

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Are eyelash extensions safe?

October 6, 2021eye health, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology

Interested in eyelash extensions? Eye health experts at Baylor College of Medicine share what you need to know.

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Do blue-light-blocking glasses really work?

April 6, 2021April 6, 2021eye health, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology

An ophthalmologist with Baylor Medicine discusses blue-light-blocking glasses and shares tips for preventing digital eye strain.

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What is glaucoma?

January 11, 2021Alkek Eye Center, Healthcare, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology

An ophthalmologist at Baylor College of Medicine discusses glaucoma symptoms, causes, and the importance of screening.

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Halloween eye contacts: Stay safe with these tips

October 21, 2019October 18, 2019Andy Phifer, eye health, Halloween, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology

Novelty eye contacts could be the finishing touches to your ghoulish Halloween costume. But before you don those “purrfect” cat eyes or transform into a

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Healthy Habits: Uplifting music keeps Dr. Christina Weng motivated and energized

April 23, 2019April 25, 2019Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness, ophthalmology

It can sometimes be difficult to find ways to stay healthy, so we’ve asked members of our Baylor College of Medicine community to share what

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Healthy Habits: Daily strolls, quality family time help Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb stay active

March 4, 2019March 3, 2019Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb, Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness, ophthalmology

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Seeing clearly: Know your risk for macular degeneration

February 27, 2019May 31, 2019Healthcare, Men's Health, Nicole Blanton, ophthalmology, Women's Health

More than 60 million Americans are estimated to be at high risk for vision loss. However, according to the CDC, only half of those at

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Healthy Habits: Daily stretching, outdoor activities keep Dr. Lauren Blieden moving

March 5, 2018March 1, 2018Dr. Lauren Blieden, Healthy Habits, Nutrition and Wellness, ophthalmology

Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find

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Laser eye treatments: See more clearly in 2017

February 6, 2017February 6, 2017Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb, eye health, Jeannette Sanchez, ophthalmology

Is 2017 the year to get rid of glasses and contacts? If so, you are probably investigating laser options. Dr. Zaina Al-Mohtaseb, assistant professor of

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