Positive numbers on an eye prescription indicate they are correcting farsightedness, while negative numbers correct shortsightedness. A larger number suggests a stronger prescription. Although roughly ...

For starters: They can get sunburned. By Jancee Dunn When I wrote a column on tips from E.R. doctors last year, I heard one piece of advice over and over: Wear safety glasses whenever you’re doing ...

Wearing sunglasses outdoors, moderating your screen time, and washing your hands frequently can all help to keep your eyes healthy and comfortable this winter. Dry winter air, reflected UV radiation ...

A yearly dilated eye exam could protect more than just your vision. Problems spotted in the eye are often the first warning of disease elsewhere in the body. Fortunately, eye doctors may be the first ...

Helping prevent eye damage from diabetes involves keeping blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels within target ranges. Regular exercise and yearly eye exams are also important. Diabetes ...

On the other hand, Dr. William Barlow of the University of Utah's Moran Eye Center notes, "Dilation isn't always required. In fact, if you are seeing your eye doctor solely to get a prescription, ...