by John Dye | Oct 8, 2026 | Blog
Every October, colorful costume contact lenses pop up in Halloween shops, online stores, and even convenience stores. They promise vampire eyes, cat-slit pupils, or eerie all-black irises. They also promise trouble—especially for children. The American Academy of...
by John Dye | Oct 1, 2026 | Blog
October is Home Eye Safety Month, and it’s a timely reminder that most childhood eye injuries don’t happen on the sports field—they happen right at home. From household cleaners to flying toy parts, everyday items can pose a serious threat to young eyes....
by John Dye | Sep 25, 2026 | Blog
Here’s one of the best-kept secrets in children’s eye health: time spent outdoors may actually help protect your child from developing myopia (nearsightedness). And with fall’s cooler temperatures arriving, it’s the perfect season to get...
by John Dye | Sep 16, 2026 | Blog
If your child spends time on a tablet, computer, or phone—and let’s be honest, most do—then digital eye strain is a real concern. One of the simplest tools to combat it is the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20...
by John Dye | Sep 10, 2026 | Blog
The school year is underway, and for many parents, the first few weeks reveal more than academic readiness—they can expose hidden vision problems. Teachers are often among the first to notice that a child is struggling to see, but parents can watch for signs at home,...
by John Dye | Sep 5, 2026 | Blog
September is Sports Eye Safety Month, and it’s the perfect time to think about protecting your child’s vision on the field, court, or track. Every year, thousands of children visit the emergency room for sports-related eye injuries—and the majority of...
