Vision Gallery

The World Health Organization predicts that a less active lifestyle, more time in front of a screen, and less time spent outside will lead to an increase in eye conditions, vision impairment, and blindness in the coming decades. | vision-statenisland.com https://news.un.org/en/story/2019/10/1048762

With low vision, the challenges of daily living can be daunting. At the office of Vision Gallery, we prescribe visual aids, treatment, and rehabilitative services to help affected individuals enjoy an improved quality of life. | vision-statenisland.com

Too much exposure to blue light may damage the light-sensitive cells in the retina. Ask your eye doctor about computer glasses and how to protect your eyes from blue light. | vision-statenisland.com

Diabetes can have a damaging effect on your eyesight, leading to diabetic retinopathy and vision loss. At the office of Vision Gallery, we provide care to monitor your vision and help preserve the health of your eyesight. | vision-statenisland.com

Did you know that each time you blink, tears spread across the surface of your eyes? To clean and lubricate the eyes, humans produce an average of 30 gallons of tears per year. | vision-statenisland.com

Routine comprehensive eye exams are increasingly important for older adults. With aging, one becomes more susceptible to the development of cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and other conditions that can affect eye health and vision. | vision-statenisland.com

Samsung is developing a "smart contact lens," with navigation and health tracking features. | vision-statenisland.com

In 1862, a Dutch ophthalmologist by the name of Herman Snellen developed the first standardized eye chart and system for measuring visual acuity. While there have been tweaks and variations, his work remains the basis of what is still used today. | vision-statenisland.com

While waking up with a little eye discharge in the corner of your eyes is completely normal, any unusual or excessive amounts during waking hours may be a symptom that something else is going on. | vision-statenisland.com

Vision problems in children may be linked to behavioral problems and poor academic performance. | vision-statenisland.com