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Posted by: Hersh Varma, MD on May 28, 2024

Digital Eye Strain has been reported as far back as the early days of personal computers, but its incidence is increasing at an alarming rate as our society's dependence on screens is being fueled by both technological advancements and once-in-a-lifetime events.

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How to Safely View a Solar Eclipse

A solar eclipse, a spectacle that happens when the moon briefly covers the sun, is a captivating experience that should be enjoyed with caution. Improper viewing of a solar eclipse can lead to severe eye injury.

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Amblyopia: Diagnosing and Treating "Lazy Eye"

Many eye conditions and diseases can affect children’s vision. It is important that children receive good eye care even at an early age, because that is when many vision problems begin. The leading cause of vision impairment in children is amblyopia.

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700 Children’s® features the most current pediatric health care information and research from our pediatric experts – physicians and specialists who have seen it all. Many of them are parents and bring a special understanding to what our patients and families experience. If you have a child – or care for a child – 700 Children’s was created especially for you.

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Your Child's Pediatric Ophthalmologist Visit: What to Expect

Dec 20, 2022

Many parents wonder how we can check a child’s vision or need for glasses. At your Pediatric Ophthalmology visit, we can assess vision at any age, check the need for glasses and evaluate the health of the eyes. Read More

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5 Tips to Get Your Child to Wear Their Glasses

Nov 21, 2022

Your child’s first pair of glasses can be an eye-popping and life-changing experience worthy of a viral video. More commonly, wearing that first pair of glasses is a struggle from the start. Here are five tips to help your child wear and love their first pair of glasses. Read More

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How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Contact Lenses

Aug 19, 2022

Contact lenses can be a great alternative to glasses for common childhood eye problems like myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism.  Read More

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How to Tell if Your Child May Need Glasses

Jul 14, 2022

It’s important to have your child’s eyesight checked so that problems can be caught and corrected early, especially while the vision system is still developing. Read More

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Watch the Great American Eclipse… Safely!

Aug 18, 2017

Once upon a time, there was a Hindu demon named Rahu. He wanted to live forever, so he disguised himself as a god and set out to steal an elixir of immortality. The sun and moon saw what Rahu was doing and reported the incident to the god Vishnu, who chased down the demon and cut off his head. Read More