by Horizon Family Medical Group | Aug 17, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 8
August is a pivotal month for eye health. Designated as both National Eye Exam Month and National Child Eye Health and Safety Month, August emphasizes the significance of eye care and the need for regular check-ups. But why such a focus on eyes this month? The eyes,...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jun 16, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 6
Every June, we observe Cataract Awareness Month to shed light on one of the most common age-related eye conditions: cataracts. Cataracts affect millions of people worldwide, causing vision impairment and impacting daily activities. By raising awareness about...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 27, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 2
Low vision is a condition where a person’s eyesight is impaired but cannot be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, or surgery. This can obviously have a significantly impact on a person’s quality of life, making everyday activities such as...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Jan 30, 2023 | Volume 8, Issue 1
The beginning of the year is a great time to schedule an eye exam and get your glaucoma checked. Glaucoma includes a group of eye diseases that can damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss and blindness. It is sometimes called the “silent thief”...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | May 26, 2022 | Volume 7, Issue 5
National Vision Month is a great time to promote the importance of regular eye exams and vision screenings! Did you know that many eye conditions go unnoticed until people have lost a significant amount of vision? That’s why it’s so important to get your...
