For Millions of Americans, Diabetic Eye Disease Is a Major Risk
HEC November is National Diabetes Awareness Month Nearly 35 million Americans who have diabetes are at higher risk to develop eye-related health concerns that could cause blindness. For November’s National Diabetes Awareness Month, Hawaiian Eye Center has important information to keep your eyes safe and healthy. The American Academy of Ophthalmology encourages those with diabetes […]
Keeping Your Eyes Healthy as You Age
10 steps for Healthy Eyes during September’s Healthy Aging Month An estimated one in six Americans over 65 years old struggle with eye problems that cannot be corrected with glasses or contacts. Aging also presents other health challenges For September’s Healthy Aging Month, Hawaiian Eye Center wants to share 8 ways to stay healthy and […]
Protecting Your Child’s Eyesight
August is National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month (Honolulu, HI) August 7, 2024 — With Back-to-School in full swing, there is no better time to focus on your child’s eye health. Exposure to germs, increased screen time, and dynamic playtime can mean more risks to your keiki’s eye health and safety. The American Academy […]
While Outside, Protect your Eyes from Harmful UV Rays
July is designated as UV Awareness Month It’s summer, and that means more time will be spent outside: for family picnics, beach days, hikes, and more. But sun rays can cause damage to your eyes, especially harmful Ultraviolet (UV) rays. For UV Awareness Month this July, Hawaiian Eye Center stresses the importance of 100% UV-blocking […]
Prioritize Your Eye Health During Cataract Awareness Month!
June is designated as Cataract Awareness Month As we observe Cataract Awareness Month this June, Hawaiian Eye Center is dedicated to raising awareness about cataracts, their impact on vision, and the importance of early detection and prevention. Cataracts are a leading cause of vision impairment globally, affecting millions of people. However, with timely intervention and […]
Navigating Age-Related Macular Degeneration with Preventive Measures and Awareness
February is AMD Awareness Month, and the Hawaiian Eye Center is Here to Help! February marks Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, and throughout this month, the Hawaiian Eye Center is urging senior adults to increase their understanding of AMD, also known as age-related macular degeneration—a serious degenerative eye disease that can lead to irreversible vision […]
Follow these 3 Crucial tips to Keep Your Eyes Safe This Halloween.
October is designated as Halloween Eye Safety Month! (Honolulu, Hawaii) October 4, 2023—- Spooky season has officially started and as we creep closer to Halloween, we want to make sure everyone is staying safe and protected. While most people are familiar with more general Halloween safety tips, such as looking both ways before crossing the […]
10 Essential Tips to Stay in Control of Your Eye Health as You Age
September is designated as Healthy Aging Month! As we age, the risk for eye diseases and other medical conditions may increase, making it vital to take extra care of our health and vision. To raise awareness to the importance of strong health as we age, September has become National Healthy Aging Month. To do our […]
10 Most Helpful Tips on How to Protect Your Children’s Eyesight
August is National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month! School is starting back up and we want to make sure our keiki’s eyesight is safe and protected! With an increase in computer and screen usage, as well as new germ exposures and transmissible variants in our classrooms there can be serious consequences on our children’s […]
Everything You Need to Know about Cataracts
June is designated as Cataract Awareness Month! According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, over 24 million Americans age forty and over are affected by cataracts. Cataracts develop primarily due to normal aging, however, the longer they are left untreated, the more they will affect vision and lead to eventual blindness. That is why the […]