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Exhale Stress and Relax Your Eyes
Stress is a normal part of life, but how we handle it matters. In our fast-paced world, we often experience physical and mental stress. Importantly, stress can directly affect your eyes. When overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, your body releases more adrenaline, which may increase eye pressure. This can cause symptoms like blurry vision, muscle……
Understanding Your Eye Health for Healthy Eyes
Gaining a deeper understanding of your eye health can be a rewarding journey. Taking the time to learn how to care for your eyes not only helps you maintain good vision but also shows how much you value your well-being. Remember, small everyday habits can make a big difference in keeping your eyes healthy and……
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month
According to the Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF), over 4 million people in the U.S. have glaucoma, with half unaware of their condition. Globally, approximately 80 million people live with the disease, which is a leading cause of irreversible blindness. A 2022 study cited by GRF reports that about 4.22 million U.S. adults have glaucoma, and……
Kick Off 2026 With A Focus On Your Eye Health
As we say farewell to 2025, let’s start 2026 with positive energy for a year dedicated to eye health. The New Year is a perfect time to start fresh and renew our commitment to health, happiness, and success. It’s important to include eye health and safety in these resolutions. Listed below are a few ways……
Dr. Emilie Seitz Joins Midwest Eye Center
MidWest Eye Center (MWEC) is pleased to welcome optometrist Dr. Emilie Seitz to our team of dedicated specialists. Dr. Seitz specializes in the management of complex ocular diseases, including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye disease and macular degeneration. She is a distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and serves on the Anterior Segment……
We Are Thankful for Our Patients
Can you believe next Thursday is Thanksgiving? We want to take a moment before the busy holiday season begins to express our sincere gratitude to our patients. This time of year is special to us because it gives us the chance to show gratitude, and our patients are at the heart of that. Our patients……
