How Germs Can Travel to Our Eyes
Most of us rub our eyes many times in the course of the day without really thinking about it.
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How Headaches and Vision Are Connected
If you suffer from frequent headaches, it might be time to schedule an eye exam.
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Covid-19 Update Notice
Updated 3/31/2020 With new recommendations to shelter in place from Governor Pritzker, we are are updating our expected reopening date to Friday, May 1. We will continue to be available by phone Monday-Friday 10am-3pm, our doctors will be available for virtual visits for eye emergencies 24/7. Out of concern for our patients and staff, and […]
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Important Information about Covid-19
At this time, Midwest Eye is still seeing scheduled patients as planned and our optical department is open. Our office has implemented protocols that will limit our contact with patients and the possibility of transmission of COVID-19. We understand that you may choose to reschedule your appointment. We politely ask that you notify us if […]
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Are You Protecting Your Eyes at Work?
In honor of Workplace Eye Wellness Month, it’s time for a look at the steps we can all take to protect our eyes while we work.
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A Crash Course on AMD
For people age 50 and older, age-related macular degeneration is one of the leading causes of irreversible vision loss.
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What Does Being Colorblind Mean?
Just because someone is colorblind, it doesn’t mean they see the world like a black-and-white movie.
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Presbyopia, Bifocals, and Progressives
Presbyopia is farsightedness caused by the increasing rigidity of the lens in the eye as we age.
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All About Glaucoma
Our eyes are incredible, complicated organs. Many different components need to work together for us to be able to see.
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Vision and the Challenges of Night Driving
In winter, when the days are shorter, we tend to end up driving more at night.