This story first appeared in Healthy You - July 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication. Infections — both viral and bacterial — are common, especially in your eyes. Iowa Eye Center’s Dr.

Pink eye, medically known as conjunctivitis, is a condition that many people encounter at some point in their lives. This common eye problem causes redness, irritation, and discharge in the eyes, ...

When people first notice changes in their vision, their initial reactions often delay proper treatment. One of the most common mistakes is ignoring early symptoms such as blurred vision, glare, eye ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in Healthy You - November 2024, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication.

Medication is not always necessary or the best choice for treating a vision problem, and sometimes, medication isn't an option at all. But in many cases, it can certainly help with vision problems, ...

* Early detection of vision problems in children and teens significantly improves outcomes and supports academic performance * The most common issues include refractive errors (myopia, //hyperopia, ...

Your eyes might feel fine today, but dangerous conditions could be developing without any warning signs. Eye care professionals across the country are raising alarm bells about the rising number of ...

Refractive errors are common eye issues that can cause blurry or distorted vision. Treatment usually involves wearing glasses or contact lenses or getting procedures ...

Vision can naturally change with age. Certain conditions, like cataracts or glaucoma, may also develop with age and affect vision. Regular eye tests can help protect vision through early detection. It ...