Due to the fear of infection and restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a significant decrease in visits to physicians. Some patients have elected to skip their recommended appointments. Unfortunately, as a result of skipping recommended office visits, serious eye diseases have continued to progress. At Atlantic Medical Eye Care, we are… Continue Reading »
Coronavirus Crisis
Increased Myopia in Children: A Side Effect of the Pandemic
Many parents are understandably worried about the impact the pandemic has had on their child’s education and mental health. Some students thrived in the virtual school environment while others did not. Unfortunately, all parents should be aware that Eye Doctors have discovered that children are emerging from the pandemic with increases in myopia (also known… Continue Reading »
How Zika Virus Impacts the Eyes and Ocular Health
These days, everyone is consumed with the COVID-19 virus (and for good reason). But it wasn’t long before the Coronavirus pandemic struck that Zika virus dominated the news. What is Zika Virus? The Zika infection, usually transmitted by mosquito (less often through sexual intercourse), is rarely life threatening. The symptoms most commonly reported are: fever… Continue Reading »
How Lyme Disease Can Affect the Eyes (2020 Edition)
The fall is often a time of outdoor joy, as families go apple picking and later on, pumpkin picking. But the fall is also a time when ticks are at their worst. The combination of outdoor activities and ticks leads to a rise in Lyme disease cases every autumn. What is Lyme Disease? Lyme disease… Continue Reading »
Eye Health Can Help Diagnose Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
During these dark days of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re hearing more about Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). This is in large part due to the fact that “long haulers” — those who have trouble shaking the disease — often suffer from CFS. What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a disorder characterized by… Continue Reading »
9 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Vision through Everyday Eye Care
Coronavirus has all of us feeling a little on edge about seeing our doctors. It’s all the more reason to make a long-term commitment to foster healthier habits — many of which will improve your overall eye health, too. Here are a number of tips to help you maintain healthy vision and take better care… Continue Reading »