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Don’t let your 2024 medical and vision insurance benefits go unused. Book an eye exam or update your eyewear before year-end. Take care of your...

Make the most of your 2024 medical and vision insurance benefits before they expire at the end of the year. Scheduling an eye exam and...

Diabetes can lead to serious eye conditions, such as diabetic retinopathy, that may cause vision loss if left untreated. Regular eye exams are crucial for...

Learn how to identify the early signs of myopia in children, why early detection is crucial, and discover effective ways to slow its progression, from...

Ensure your child is ready for the new school year with a comprehensive back-to-school eye exam. Early detection and treatment of vision issues can prevent...

Eye allergies can make allergy season uncomfortable, but effective management is possible. Here’s what you need to know about restoring clarity and freshness to your...

Ensure a clear vision and optimal eye health by maximizing your medical and vision insurance benefits before the year-end.

Are you the kind of person who never misses a chance to hit the field or court? Whether it's a friendly game of soccer, a...

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to highlight the significance of managing diabetes effectively. At Ballard Vision Associates in Brentwood, we want to draw...

Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and...

Blurry vision over age 40? Skip the reading glasses. Find out why multifocal contact lenses are ideal for presbyopia.

Your eye experts at Ballard Vision Associates have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us...

Contact lenses are a great option for people who don't want to wear glasses when on the road, but do you know how to take...

Eye exams aren't just important for your eye health. They can often reveal serious problems with your general health. Read on to learn how an eye exam...

Legendary British actor Dame Judi Dench has recently revealed how macular degeneration impacts her life. With such a high-profile case in the news people have...

Many scientific studies have confirmed that exposure to various things in the environment can negatively affect our eye health and vision. Read on to learn...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

As a parent, you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s vision. But you may be wondering if contact lenses are safe...

Everyone's heard the adage that "the eyes are the window to the soul." But did you know that they can also be a primary window...

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Ballard Vision Associates without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of...

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

A piece of “common wisdom” that seems to be making the rounds these days is that you shouldn’t wear contact lenses at bonfires, barbecues or...

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is about more than just poor eyesight. It can also pose a long-term threat to your kid’s vision and eye health.

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.

Your eyes are among the most important organs in the body when it comes to discovering and interacting with the world around you. Unfortunately, they...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give your eyes some love. Here are 10 ways you can give your eyes the...

An eyelid twitch can develop for a number of reasons, and most of the time it’s not a cause for concern. Find out what may...

Too much sleep or a lack of sleep can increase the risks of developing glaucoma. It is important to be aware of risk factors and...

Your children's vision is their primary window into the world around them. Keeping their eyesight healthy is an important part of allowing them to experience...

Did you know that pregnancy hormones can affect your vision? Read on to learn about the possible visual changes that some women may experience while...

If you wear progressive glasses or have more than one prescription, you may want to consider switching to multifocal contact lenses. Read on to learn...

Do your eyes become irritated and itchy when you wear contact lenses? Could be dry eye syndrome, allergies or the contact lenses themselves. Read on...

Eye drops are a great way to give your itchy, red, dry eyes relief. But if you use them too much you may be covering...

As we age our eyes start to change, but that doesn’t mean you have to struggle with declining vision. Find out what you can do...

The last thing you want your child to experience while playing sports is an eye injury.  Save their vision with protective eyewear.

Many people who suffer from allergies say their symptoms are more intense this year, and that allergy season arrived early. Here’s why.

Attention all eyeglass wearers! Here’s what we recommend to keep your lenses free and clear of scratches....

Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases causing damage to the optic nerve that can lead to vision loss or blindness. While there is a...

Here are 15 common things you might be doing that can increase your risk of suffering with vision loss or an eye disease. Read on...

Adjusting to new eyeglasses can take time, but persistent visual or eyestrain symptoms that accompany your new eyewear could warrant a call to your optometrist.

If you’ve been following the guideline to have regular eye exams, then you’re probably familiar with having your pupils dilated. Why does your eye doctor...

Countless people around the world wear daily disposable contact lenses or dailies. These popular single-use lenses are removed and discarded at the end of each...

Benefits of buying glasses from an optical store near you We get it, online shopping has become a staple in our lives. Even if you’re...

As coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads around the world, health professionals are demanding that people limit their personal risk of contracting the virus by thoroughly washing their...

Is your eye doctor's appointment coming up? Are you worried about going to the eye clinic during the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic? Rest assured, keeping...

Nation-wide awareness about the vast dangers of obesity is at an all-time high, with TV shows like “The Biggest Loser” and health initiatives such as...

Before our eye doctor answers the question about whether or not contacts can help you achieve 20/20 vision, let’s discuss what those numbers mean. Everyone...

Emergency Eye Care Services Near You in Brentwood First of all, don’t panic! Styes may cause pain, yet they are generally harmless and very rarely...

You know how you feel when you don’t get enough sleep – cranky, foggy, dragging through the day? And your eyes may be red and...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the USA; in Canada, Mental Health week is May 6th to 12th. Since 1949, it has been observed...

Each year during the month of January we recognize World Braille Day which gives us the opportunity to take a moment and appreciate the incredible...

On August 21st, for the first time since 1979, a solar eclipse will be visible across North America. What's even more historic is that it...

This year, make healthy eyes and vision your resolution. Find out if you or a loved one is at risk for glaucoma, and take steps...

Last week, people in South America, Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia and the Middle East saw a solar eclipse. As you may have...

February is low vision awareness month. Low vision is a condition in which an individual suffers significant vision loss that can't be fully corrected with...