Shingles and The Eye

Shingles and The Eye

Shingles of any type is believed to affect around 1 in 3 people in their lifetime and it’s estimated that up to 1 million new cases of shingles will occur in the United States each year. Shingles (or herpes zoster) is the reactivation of the chicken pox or...
Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse

Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse

On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States and Canada. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon passes between the sun and earth, completely blocking the face of the sun. The sky will darken as if it...
New Tests for Dry Eye Disease Available

New Tests for Dry Eye Disease Available

By Michael Boehm, M.D. “My eyes often burn, look red, and feel dry by the end of the day.” Have symptoms like these become a daily nuisance? According to research, over 16 million Americans have been diagnosed with dry eye disease. The risk of developing...