 | Face á Face Trunk ShowSATURDAY, MAY 16TH, 2009
10AM-4PM
Trunk Show Coming Soon! Please join us in celebrating Dr. Miller's retirement, and welcoming the new owners of Salmon Creek Vision Centre, Dr. Janna Scofield and Dr. Benjamin Waldo.
Check out the Face á Face website by clicking the link below.
We hope you can join us! News Link » |
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 | Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOctober is designated as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, however, at NBCAM, breast cancer awareness and education is a year-round mission. News Link » |
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 | Diabetes Awareness MonthDiabetes is the second leading cause of blindness in the United States. Diabetes is a disease that interferes with the body's ability to use and store sugar, which can cause many health problems. Too much sugar in the blood can cause damage throughout the body, including the eyes. Over time, diabetes affects the circulatory system of the retina.
Diabetic retinopathy is the result of damage to the tiny blood vessels that nourish the retina. They leak blood and other fluids that cause swelling of retinal tissue and clouding of vision. The condition usually affects both eyes. The longer a person has diabetes, the more likely they will develop diabetic retinopathy. If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can cause blindness. |
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 | Safe Toys and Gifts MonthDuring the Holiday Season many children are inflicted with wounds to the eye because of gifts they received. Please keep this in mind and have a safe and Happy Holiday Season!!! News Link » |
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 | National Glaucoma Awareness Month Glaucoma is a condition of increased fluid pressure inside the eye. The increased pressure causes compression of the retina and the optic nerve which can eventually lead to nerve damage. Glaucoma can cause partial vision loss, with blindness as a possible eventual outcome.
More than 2 million Americans age 40 and older suffer from glaucoma. Nearly half do not know they have the disease—it causes no early symptoms. The best and earliest way to determine if you or someone in your family is at risk or has the disease is to schedule annual eye exams. |
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 | Macular Degeneration Awareness MonthFebruary is AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration) awareness month. Macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss, affecting 1.6 million Americans age 50 and older. Educate yourself on ways to keep your ocular health in excellent shape by following the news link below.
Salmon Creek Vision Centre recommends yearly comprehensive eye exams where diseases such as AMD can be screened for.
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 | Save Your Vision MonthMarch is "Save Your Vision Month"! Learn how to have healthy vision in front of your computer.
Many of us know all too well how much a computer can strain your eyes. Computer Vision Syndrome is becoming more common with the increasing time we spend in front of our computers. Follow the link below to better understand how you can change your workspace to improve your quality of vision while sitting in front of your computer. News Link » |
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 | Women's Eye Health and Safety MonthWomen are More Susceptible to Sight-Threatening Eye Diseases and Conditions
Women are more affected by eye disease and other eye conditions than men. Every year, more women than men are diagnosed with eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. Women may experience changes in vision in various stages of their lives including pregnancy and post-menopause. News Link » |
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 | National Youth Sports Safety MonthThe month of April has been proclaimed National Youth Sports Safety Month. The national health event was initiated by the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, Inc. in 1993 to promote safety in sports participation.
More than sixty national medical and sports organizations support National Youth Sports Safety Month. They include the American College of Sports Medicine, The President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and The United States Olympic Committee, to name a few.
These campaigns have been dedicated to address the specific needs that children might face and include: the emergency plan, pre-participation(screenings) physicals, individual sports risk factors, coaching education, eating disorders, the recognition of sports injuries, and safety equipment.
For more information please click on the linked web page..... News Link » |
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 | Sight-Saving Month: Ultraviolet Awareness Month
Children’s Eyes More Susceptible to Long-Term Damage from UV Rays
Prevent Blindness America Urges Parents to Encourage Their Children to Wear Proper Eye Protection When Playing Outdoors
As children begin to head out to enjoy the warmer weather, many parents remember to apply sunscreen to protect their children’s skin from damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays. However, many parents may not be aware of the damage that UV rays can have on the eyes. According to the World Health Organization, up to 80 percent of a person’s lifetime exposure to UV is received before the age of 18.
In fact, children are more susceptible to UV damage than adults because they tend to spend more time outside than adults. And, according to the American Optometric Association, children are at a greater risk of UV damage because the lenses of their eyes are more transparent, which allows more short wavelength light to reach the retina. UV damage to the eyes is cumulative, meaning it builds over time. UV exposure has been linked to cataracts, macular degeneration and other eye problems.
Sunglasses should block out 99-100 percent of both UV-A and UV-B radiation. Sunglasses without UV protection may shade the eyes but actually cause the pupils to dilate, allowing in even more harmful rays. When going outside, both adults and children should always wear both a wide-brimmed hat or cap and the proper UV-rated sunglasses.
Prevent Blindness America is asking parents to remember to protect their children’s eyes by doing the following:
* Only purchase sunglasses that offer 99 to 100 percent UV protection.
* Make sure the sunglasses fit the child’s face and shield the eyes from all angles.
* Choose lenses that are impact resistant and made of polycarbonate, never glass,
unless prescribed by a doctor.
* Make sure lenses are not scratched or damaged.
* Purchase wraparound sunglasses to protect eyes as well as the delicate skin around
the eyes.
“UV Rays reflecting off the water, sand, pavement and even snow are extremely dangerous. We can encourage our children to wear the proper eye protection by leading by example.”
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 | National Eye Safety MonthWe want all Americans to be aware of the dangers to their eyes at home, in the workplace and while playing sports.
Thousands of eye accidents happen each day; 90 percent of these are preventable with the use of appropriate safety eyewear.
Because there are good eye safety regulations in the workplace, the home is the source of the fastest-growing number of eye injuries. Eye injuries are almost as great a danger to bystanders as the people using dangerous tools or chemicals in the home. Good eye protection is just as important for those watching you work as for the workers themselves. News Link » |
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 | OUR NEW ADDITION Dr. Scofield and I are pleased to announce that our little bundle of joy, Abraham Lawton Waldo, was born on Sunday June 13th. He weighed 8 lbs 3 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. THANK YOU for all the well wishes that we have received over the last few weeks and months. We will keep everyone posted...
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