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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Macular Degeneration
Our eyes are incredibly complex and if any one of their parts isn’t functioning properly, it can have a huge impact on our day to day lives. One such example is that of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), where the macula deteriorates over time. The macula is the small central portion of the retina. Early signs […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Macular Degeneration
Macular degeneration affects vision in several different ways. Blurred vision and loss of central vision are the two most common problems. Everyone experiences different degrees of vision loss. Some may be at the beginning stages with just slight blurriness and a need for additional light while others with more advanced macular degeneration have large scotomas […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
Having to wear glasses or contacts for the rest of your life isn’t exactly the most fun idea, and for some, the decision to get LASIK is one of the more exciting events in one’s life. Whether you’ve struggled to see well with contacts for years or you’ve finally gotten tired of having glasses on […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health, Uncategorized
Depending on the type of job you have and how you spend your free time, the number of hours that you’re in front of a digital screen can be shocking. Most adults spend at least several hours per weekday on a computer at work and then come home to play games on their tablet or […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Safety
During the 4th of July, most people are concerned with planning backyard barbeques, securing their camping sites ahead of time, and making sure they have a front-row view of whatever fireworks show they’re about to enjoy. However, there’s so much more to think about when it comes to this holiday, as the 4th of July […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
Approximately 24 million Americans age 40 and over have cataracts, which cause cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develop with advancing age. Untreated, a cataract can progress until there is complete loss of vision, making cataracts the leading cause of blindness worldwide. This June, Carolinas Centers for Sight, P.C. is observing National Cataract Awareness […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
The thought of undergoing cataract surgery can be daunting for some, but with the right information and appropriate expectations, this procedure can be quick and easy. Cataract surgery is an integral part of one’s overall visual health as we reach an older age, as it can help to improve visual acuity and for some even […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Cataract Surgery
The month of June is dedicated to raising awareness for an eye condition that affects approximately 24 million Americans ages 40 and older: cataracts. Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness among older adults in the United States. Close to 70 percent of Americans have cataracts by the time they are 75 years old. Cataracts […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Macular Degeneration
Allen Taylor, PhD, director of the Laboratory for Nutrition and Vision Research at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, examined the eyes of more than 500 women between 53 and 73 years of age. Dr. Taylor’s research findings focus on the likelihood of having abnormalities characteristic of Age-Related […]
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Carolinas Center for Sight
in Eye Health
The right lighting can make a big difference in your ability to read, work on the computer or perform a hobby. Sometimes it is the simplest things that can really make a big difference in our lives – and providing good lighting is one of those things you can do to make a huge difference. […]
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