Eye-Opening Study Links Glaucoma and Poor Sleep | Belmont Eye Center NYC
New research has revealed a surprising connection between how well you sleep and the health of your eyes. A recent study of more than 6,700 Americans over age 40 suggests that poor sleep patterns may increase the risk of glaucoma — a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. The Link Between Glaucoma and Sleep Problems…
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Over 50? 6 Lifestyle Changes That Can Help Protect Your Eyes and Prevent Vision Loss
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As we age, our eyesight naturally changes — but significant vision loss is not inevitable. In fact, many of the most common causes of blindness in adults over 50, such as glaucoma and macular degeneration, can often be delayed or even prevented with simple lifestyle changes. At Belmont Eye Center, we believe that protecting your…
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Eye Irritation 101: How to Safely Handle a Foreign Object in Your Eye
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That sharp, gritty feeling in your eye can stop you in your tracks. Whether it’s dust, an eyelash, or a speck from city air, getting something stuck in your eye can be both painful and alarming. Your first instinct might be to rub your eye—but that’s often the worst thing you can do. Don’t Rub—Blink…
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Spend All Day at a Computer? Here’s How to Protect Your Eyes from Digital Eye Strain
If you live or work in New York City, chances are your days involve long hours in front of a computer, phone, or tablet. Whether you’re typing away in a Midtown office, working remotely from a Brooklyn coffee shop, or scrolling the subway ride home, screens are a big part of daily life. But with…
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Back-to-School Vision Tips: Protecting Kids’ Eyes in a Digital World
As children head back to school, it’s not just new backpacks and fresh notebooks that matter—clear vision plays a critical role in academic success. Yet many students return to the classroom each fall only to discover that their eyesight has changed since the previous year. Recent studies show that nearsightedness (myopia) is on the rise…
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Simple Tips to Reduce Digital Eye Strain
In today’s world, it can feel impossible to escape screens. Between computers at work, phones in our hands, and TVs at home, digital devices are part of nearly every aspect of modern life. But while technology brings convenience, it can also take a toll on your eyes. One of the most common complaints we hear…
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Prevention and Eye Health Tips: Protecting Your Vision as You Age
Our eyes change naturally with age, but that doesn’t mean vision loss is inevitable. According to Dr. Sandra Belmont, “while not all age-related vision problems can be prevented, many can be managed or their progression slowed with proper care.” By adopting healthy habits and staying proactive, you can protect your eyesight and enjoy clear vision…
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Reduced Night Vision: Why Seeing in the Dark Gets Harder with Age
If you’ve noticed that driving at night feels more difficult or that your eyes take longer to adjust in the dark, you’re not alone. Reduced night vision is a common age-related change in eyesight, typically becoming noticeable in the fifties and sixties. While it can be frustrating—and even dangerous—it often has clear causes and effective…
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Color Vision Changes: Why Colors May Look Different as You Age
Have you noticed that colors don’t seem as bright or that certain shades are harder to tell apart than they used to be? Subtle changes in color perception are a normal part of aging and often become noticeable in the late fifties or sixties. While these changes can be frustrating, they are usually related to…
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Blepharitis: Understanding and Managing Eyelid Inflammation
Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelids that commonly affects the base of the eyelashes and the meibomian glands—tiny oil-producing glands that line the eyelids. This condition is one of the leading causes of eye irritation and discomfort, and it can also contribute to evaporative dry eye by disrupting the tear film. Symptoms of…
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