Glasses frames have been around since the 1200′s, but until the late 1990′s glasses have been sold in optical shop storefronts.
Most people believe that it’s better to order weaker glasses than were prescribed because the correct prescription weakens your eyes even more and results in your needing a stronger prescription down the line. Is that true?
Not at all, said Dr. Donald J. D’Amico, chairman of the department of ophthalmology at Weill Cornell Medical College and ophthalmologist in chief at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
“The progression of refractive errors, whether myopia (nearsightedness) in a teenager or loss of reading vision in a middle-aged individual (presbyopia), occurs at its own tempo and quite independent of any glasses that happen to be worn in front of the eyes,” Dr. D’Amico said. “This is a very common misconception, and also the cause of unnecessary suffering.” Correctly prescribed lenses are safer, Dr. D’Amico pointed out. They improve driving ability, he said, protect against falls and prevent many other difficulties.
“Every person should wear the correct eyeglass prescription appropriately adjusted for individual visual needs,” he said, “and should do so without fear of worsening the ultimate correction.”
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The high cost of health INSURANCE can be directly tied to the high cost of health CARE. Why does the care cost so much? That is the million dollar question. There are many reasons for the high cost of care. I will outline one that we all forget here. TECHNOLOGY. We all want it when we are sick or hurt.
Decades ago we had X-Rays, yes old fashioned X-rays. Today, we have MRI’s, CAT Scans etc. When we are sick or hurt, we want the latest imaging technology to be employed to diagnose our issue or pain.
Decades ago, we had aspirin. Today we have all kinds of pain killers, cholesterol lowering drugs, mood altering drugs etc. I could go on and on.
Would you like to purchase a health insurance policy that does not cover those fabulous things? When we pay the premium yes. When we need care, no way.
Health Care Costs Continue to Rise
Health Care costs in New Hampshire continue to rise for a multitude of reasons. The reasons are very complicated and interconnected. This blog will be attempting to raise the level of awareness, empower the consumer and frame a discussion of the possible solutions.
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When cared for properly, soft contact lenses can provide a healthy, comfortable and convenient vision correction option. Whether you are new to contact lenses or have been wearing them for years, the following tips will help you to enjoy the benefits of contact lenses.
Furthermore, proper follow-up care by your eye doctor is essential to ensure eye health throughout your life. Over time, your eyes and lenses can change, often without symptoms or warning signs which may put you at risk for developing potentially serious complications, including vision loss. Regular ongoing professional care can help to ensure a lifetime of good vision and eye health.
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Glasses frames have been around since the 1200′s, but until the late 1990′s glasses have been sold in optical shop storefronts.