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Carolinas Center for Sight
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Mask Policy Our first concern is everyone’s safety. The CDC eased indoor mask guidance, now relying on how COVID-19 is affecting a community’s healthcare system, rather than transmission rates alone, as a guide for mask recommendations. Masks are optional when visiting our clinics based on your preference. You may request that your doctor and/or care […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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The vast majority of adults rely on some sort of vision correction to see clearly, and whether they use glasses full-time, part-time, or wear contacts, most might tell you that they can be troublesome to deal with at times. Neither glasses nor contacts are a permanent solution to visual issues, as they need to be […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Safety
Wearing eye makeup can be a part of one’s daily routine or might only be reserved for special occasions, but no matter when you wear it, it’s important to make sure it doesn’t jeopardize your overall eye health. Many don’t think about the hidden issues that lie within a tube of mascara or on an […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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During these stressful times, we want to reassure you that the health and safety of our patients, staff and the greater community are our number one priority. The COVID-19 recommendations are very fluid and have been changing daily. Thus far, we have provided direction according to CDC recommendations. Based on the recommendations from the CDC […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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From the CDC Website: How to Protect Yourself Know How it Spreads There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. Between people who are in close contact with one another […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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For many people, the idea of losing your vision is frightening. We rely so heavily on being able to see the world around us that the thought of not being able to is almost unimaginable. However, some people do end up with varying cases of vision loss due to a variety of factors. Let’s learn […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
As we age, our eyes go through natural changes that can sometimes affect our quality of vision. While some diseases can be caused by specific medical factors, cataracts typically develop later in life no matter how healthy you are. For most, cataracts reach a stage where seeing clearly isn’t achievable through eyewear alone, and cataract […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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It’s long been communicated that we need to eat a healthy and balanced diet for overall health and wellness, however, this messaging is often linked to the avoidance of serious medical concerns. By eating well, we can reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and more, but what about some of the more […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
For some, the thought of cataract surgery brings up feelings of uncertainty and concern – the ability to see better with glasses often seems like a better choice compared to the unknown result of post-procedure vision. However, advancements in surgical technology, as well as the implants used, have made cataract surgery quick, easy, and an […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
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A morning donut here, a soda with lunch there – nearly every person consumes some level of sugar each day in their normal diet, and yet many of us don’t often think about the effect it can have on our bodies. Simply avoiding candy bars as an afternoon snack isn’t enough to maintain a healthy […]
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