Diabetes is a health condition that occurs when your body can’t process food properly. When someone has diabetes, their body does not respond to or produce insulin, which is an essential hormone responsible for delivering glucose to the cells. This leads to glucose collecting outside of the bloodstream, which can damage nerves and blood vessels […]
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Presbyopia is a common vision problem that affects nearly every adult at some point after the age of 40. When a person develops presbyopia, it becomes increasingly difficult to see objects up close. Reading labels and print in books and magazines may not be possible without the use of reading glasses. Since the condition is
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Cataracts occur when the natural lens of your eye develops clumps of protein that cloud vision. There is no cure for cataracts, but cataract surgery can help restore optimal vision. When you choose to have cataract surgery is entirely up to you. We suggest that patients have their clouded lenses removed before vision impairment affects
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February is the month of love. While the vast majority of marketing is focused on romantic love and the perfect Valentine’s Day, we think there is much more to love than that. At Shenandoah LASIK & Cataract Center, we offer a variety of services that help our patients show their eyes the love they need
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A New Year is a new opportunity to bring positive changes to our lives. Health and wellness are often at the front of the pack when it comes to resolutions. Here, people consider how they might eat better or move their bodies more. This year, we’re hearing more about intentional living that prioritizes mental health.
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In the past 18 months or so, millions of people around the world shifted into a remote work environment. We have been living in the era of virtual meetings and get-togethers and, while this was helpful in slowing the spread of COVID-19, it also presented some concerns for eye wellness. Here, we’ll discuss why now,
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The team at Shenandoah LASIK & Cataract Center treats each patient according to their unique needs and preferences. We take great care with each case to achieve optimal outcomes. Our patients know that they can count on us to provide the fullest extent of information regarding their procedure and anticipated side effects. With this in
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Dry eye syndrome can be a frustrating condition to live with for any length of time. While it sounds like the main symptom of dry eye syndrome is having dry eyes, there are several others worth mentioning. When someone has dry eye syndrome, they may experience blurred vision, a gritty or sandy sensation, excessive watering,
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Eye health is integral to our highest quality of life. As such, it is never too soon to start developing the habits that support optimal vision and a reduced chance of eye disease. Here, we offer a few suggestions to get you started. Vitamins for the Eyes Vitamins aren’t just good for general health and
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There is a tendency to talk about eye health as it pertains to vision. When we say vision, we mean more along the lines of 20/20 or not 20/20. As you know, there is much more to having healthy eyes than that. While we would love for every person to see clearly without the need
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