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• posted: Mar. 28, 2023

Myopia, or nearsightedness is a common vision condition that affects millions of children and adults worldwide. Fortunately, myopia control makes it possible to slow its progression in children. At Family Vision Read More

• posted: Oct. 10, 2022

It’s that time of year! Soon, trick or treaters will be filling our neighborhoods and knocking on doors expecting treats beyond their wildest dreams! However, behind the fun and frolic, Read More

• posted: Sep. 02, 2022
• Dr. Shawn Burns

Many people assume that as we age, our vision declines. Yet, this is not true. While older adults are at a higher risk for certain eye diseases like age-related macular Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2022

What You Need to Know About Keratoconus Eye Disease Keratoconus is an eye condition in which the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) becomes thin and cone-shaped. This abnormal Read More

• posted: Jul. 06, 2022

Cataracts are a common eye condition. Typically, they affect adults over the age of 75. They can compromise your vision unless you take appropriate action with the help of an Read More

• posted: Jun. 22, 2022
• Dr. Helen Ambizas

As we approach our nation’s birthday and revel in the various festivities, it is important to be mindful of the dangers of fireworks. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Read More

• posted: Jun. 06, 2022

Eye exams for children are an important part of monitoring eye health and development, as well as detecting any potential vision challenges. At Family Vision Center in Stratford and Bridgeport, Read More

• posted: May 03, 2022
• Dr. Sean West

Orthokeratology or CRT (corneal refractive therapy) is an FDA-approved process that has been available for more than twenty years. By wearing specially designed and fitted contact lenses through the night, Read More

• posted: Mar. 15, 2022
• Kristine Heslin

Whether you’re working remotely or are back to the office, it’s likely that you are spending more time in front of screens. You may be experiencing eye strain, headaches, or Read More

• posted: Feb. 23, 2022

Computer vision is a syndrome that occurs when people spend long hours looking at computer screens. The syndrome comes with several symptoms including dry eyes and eyes that are red, Read More

• posted: Feb. 10, 2022

Did you know that glaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss, affecting about 3 million people in the United States? Did you also know that the disease Read More

• posted: Jan. 14, 2022

You may not realize it, but age has a lot to do with your vision and eye health. As you grow older, you may find yourself visiting an eye doctor Read More

• posted: Jan. 14, 2022

How to Manage Contact Lens Discomfort Wearing contact lenses is supposed to be comfortable. However, if you don't feel like your contact lenses fit correctly or feel like there may be Read More

• posted: Oct. 12, 2021
• Kristine Heslin

Published September 16, 2021  The number of older Americans with low vision is expected to double in the coming years as more people live longer. Low vision describes poor vision that Read More