July 18, 2019
Sunglasses: Your Prescription for Eye Health
By uclahealth 
Next time you step outside to enjoy the summer sun, don’t forget to bring a pair of sunglasses. Most people know that the sun’s damaging ultraviolet rays are bad for the skin. But did you know that too much sun on unprotected eyes increases the risk of eye diseases? This summer, the UCLA Stein Eye […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology, cataract, eye cancer, growths on the eye, macular degeneration, photokeratitis, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes, ultraviolet rays
June 25, 2019
10,000 Reasons to Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
By uclahealth
Every year, about 10,000 people are rushed to the emergency department for fireworks injuries. Ophthalmologists – physicians who specialize in medical and surgical eye care – treat thousands of patients who suffer a range of fireworks-related injuries, from cuts and bruises to damaged corneas, retinas, and ruptured eyeballs. Many people believe that consumer fireworks are safe. But […]
Tags: eye care, eye injury, fireworks, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes, UCLA Stein Eye Institute
June 22, 2019
Three Things Patients Should Know About Cataracts
By uclahealth
Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing three things everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone grows […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), blurry vision, cataract, eye health, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes
May 16, 2019
5 Steps to Lower Your Risk of Eye Disease
By uclahealth
By age 65, one in three Americans will have a vision-impairing eye disease. Many sight-robbing conditions can be effectively treated if detected early enough, in many cases limiting or eliminating the damage to eyesight. During the month of May, the UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in sharing valuable information about […]
Tags: eye disease, opthalmology, risk of eye disease, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes, UCLA Stein Eye Institute
December 19, 2018
Five Tips to Avoid Toy-Related Eye Injuries
By uclahealth
With the holiday shopping season now in full swing, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in reminding the public of certain safety guidelines when choosing the perfect gifts for little ones. A number of recent studies have shown that some popular toy types are commonly associated with childhood […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), children's health, eye, eye health, eye safety, toy related eye injuries, UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes
June 11, 2018
Three Things Patients Should Know About Cataracts
By uclahealth
Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, which causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision and often develops with advancing age. This June, the UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes join the American Academy of Ophthalmology in observing Cataract Awareness Month by sharing three things everyone should know about the condition and its treatment. As everyone […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), cataract, Cataract Awareness Month, eye, ophthalmologist, surgical eye care, UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes, UV, vision
January 24, 2018
Early detection critical to treating glaucoma
By uclahealth
Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide. It affects more than 3 million people in the United States — nearly half of whom are unaware they have the disease. During Glaucoma Awareness Month in January, the UCLA Stein Eye and Doheny Eye Institutes and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are reminding the public […]
Tags: blindness, comprehensive eye exam, corneas, detection, diabetes, eye drops, eye exam, eye injury, eye trauma, farsighted, glaucoma, high blood pressure
November 20, 2017
Diabetic eye disease awareness
By uclahealth
People with diabetes are more likely to develop blinding eye diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts. Yet recent studies have revealed low awareness of the issue among individuals at higher risk for diabetes. With the findings signaling that many Americans may not be defending themselves against diabetes-related vision loss, in observance of Diabetic […]
Tags: blood sugar, blurry vision, cataracts, diabetic, diabetic eye disease, diabetic eye disease awareness, diabetic retinopathy, dilated eye examination, eye disease, glaucoma, high blood sugar, high cholesterol
September 14, 2017
Ophthalmologists encourage making your eyes part of a healthy aging strategy
By uclahealth
Ophthalmologists Encourage Making Your Eyes Part of a Healthy Aging Strategy According to a national survey released by the American Academy of Ophthalmology, nearly two out of three American adults report having eye or vision problems. A significant percentage of them, however, fail to seek medical attention in the form of regular, sight-saving eye exams. […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology, Doheny Eye Center UCLA, eye, eye exams, healthy aging, healthy eyes, healthy vision, macular degeneration, ophthalmologist, opthalmology, surgical eye care, UCLA Doheny Eye Institute
August 10, 2017
By uclahealth
On Aug. 21, 2017, millions of people in the U.S. will see day turn to night as a total solar eclipse passes over North America. The last time this happened from coast to coast was 1918. Temperatures will drop rapidly as the moon completely covers the sun. You will be able to see the spectacular […]
Tags: American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), binoculars, blindness, camera lenses, eye, lenses, magnifying glass, opththalmologist, opththalmology, protecting your eyes, retinopathy, shades
