770.532.4444 Home » Patient Resources » Blog BLOG Let’s Fall In Love With Our Eyes! Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog Fall is so close, and we will be waving goodbye to Summer very soon. The official first day of the fall season kicks off on September 22nd this year. While some people are excited, others dread what they may have to endure with fall season allergy triggers. Ragweed is the leading cause of fall allergies’… READ MORE We Are Thankful For Our Patients Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog This Thanksgiving season, it is essential to acknowledge the things we are grateful for in our lives, and we give thanks to all of our patients. The doctors and staff of Gainesville Eye Associates have the opportunity to touch so many people’s lives in such a unique way, and we see patients all the time who… READ MORE Kitchen Eye Safety Tips Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Uncategorized We are fast approaching the biggest holiday seasons to celebrate, spend time with family, and spend most of our time in the kitchen preparing our favorite holiday dishes. As we prepare our delicious meals, we want to remind you to practice kitchen safety to protect you and your loved ones from a preventable eye injury…. READ MORE World Keratoconus Day Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Uncategorized This week we are spotlighting World Keratoconus Day, which takes place on November 10, 2021. This is a perfect time to increase awareness about the condition sponsored by the National Keratoconus Foundation, an educational program of the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine, to raise awareness about keratoconus (KC). We are joining in to educate… READ MORE November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog Diabetic eye disease is the leading cause of blindness that often has no early warning signs. However, early detection, timely treatment, and appropriate follow-up care are the only ways to help prevent vision loss. We want to share, empower, encourage and help spread the word about diabetic eye disease. According to the National Eye Institute,… READ MORE I Have Been Diagnosed With Cataracts. Now What? Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog If you have been diagnosed by your eye doctor with a cataract, you are not alone. According to the National Eye Institute, cataract affects over 24.4 million Americans age 40 and older. Here at Gainesville Eye Associates, we are also here for you to ensure you have the best support for your cataract diagnosis. Here… READ MORE Summer’s Here, Protect Your Eyes in the Pool! Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog Having fun at the pool or exercising water aerobics this summer can be a great way to cool off from the heat. Chlorine and Saline do a great job keeping the water clean, but it can also be hard on your eyes. Pools Are Tough On The Tear Film Chemicals in pool water wash away… READ MORE July is Dry Eye Awareness Month Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog In 2005, the Sjögren’s Foundation asked Congress to officially declare July “Dry Eye Awareness Month” to help increase dry eye awareness while also educating people about the symptoms and treatment options for dry eye. Also, Prevent Blindness declared July as Dry Eye Awareness Month. We want to join the foundations to bring awareness about dry… READ MORE Summer is Here, Protect your Eyes! Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog, Vision Care Summer has finally arrived, and the sun is brightly shining with warm temperatures. It is a perfect time to bring awareness and get sun-smart about UV Safety Awareness Month. Here are some Sun Smart UV Safety Tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology to prepare and protect your eyes: 47% of sunglasses wearers do not… READ MORE June is Men’s Eye Health Month Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog, News This week marks the celebration of some spectacular events this month and week. During June, Celebrated is Men’s Health Month hosted by Men’s Health Network since 1992. It is the perfect time to celebrate Men’s Health Month because we also celebrate Father’s Day on June 20, 2021. This month is about encouraging yourself and the… READ MORE What Is A Detached Retina? Posted by: Gainesville Eye Associates in Blog, Uncategorized What is A Detached Retina? According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, a detached retina is when the retina lifts away from the back of the eye, like wallpaper peeling off the wall. SYMPTOMS IN DETAIL When the retina is detached from the back wall of the eye, it is separated from its blood supply and no… READ MORE 1 2 … 10 Next Recent Posts We Are Thankful For Our Patients Kitchen Eye Safety Tips World Keratoconus Day November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month I Have Been Diagnosed With Cataracts. Now What? Categories Blog News Physician Spotlight Uncategorized Vision Care blog cataracts cataract surgery cataract treatment eye health Gainesville Eye news protect your eyes sports injuries vision care 770.532.4444 Request an Appointment Our Locations Order Contacts Are you a candidate for Cataract Surgery? Take our self-test. Order Contacts Contact Us Schedule an Appointment CONTACT US <p>Your browser does not support iframes. The contact form cannot be displayed. 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