If you missed Dr. Bovelle on the radio last night (Monday April 21) then you’re in luck, we have the entire interview available to stream. The topic is “What Do Your Eyes Tell You About Your Overall Health?” and you can listen to the entire 96.3 WHUR interview here:
It’s more important than ever to maintain your ocular health – but it might not be just your quality of life that benefits. In fact, a new report from Prevent Blindness America has revealed that the costs of treating vision-related illnesses are skyrocketing…
And they’re showing no signs of slowing down.
Vision-related illnesses and diseases have been shown to cost patients, insurance companies, and the government almost $140 billion this year, more than double the costs in 2007, the year when similar research was conducted. Health experts are worried about how the costs will burden individuals who should be more vigilant than ever about maintaining their ocular health.
So why the increase in costs for vision-related illnesses?
Blame it on the boomers. According to President and CEO of Prevent Blindness America, Hugh R. Parry, the Baby Boomers are starting to hit retirement – and that means more cases of aged-related diseases like cataracts and macular generation.
“We feel that we now have a true estimate of the current and growing costs of eye disease in this country. Armed with that information, we can address the need for increased prevention, research and healthcare options,” said Parry. “It’s important that people understand that eye disease is among the most expensive conditions in our country, with over half the cost currently being assumed by aging patients and their families.”[1]
Parry hits upon another reason for the rising costs in treating vision problems. As ocular diseases and conditions are so expensive to treat, this means that insurance premiums are higher, as are office costs and surgical procedures. Take a look at the breakdown from the 2013 Economic Burden of Vision Loss and Eye Disorders Report:[2]
With these astonishing statistics in mind, it’s no wonder that more health experts are stressing the importance of excellent ocular health practices, like making regular appointments with your ophthalmologist.
Visit Dr. Renee Bovelle and her team at Envision Eye and Laser Center in Glenn Dale, Maryland – also serving the greater Baltimore, MD and Washington, D.C. areas – to learn more about preventing eye diseases and preserving your ocular health.
At first glance, eyelash extensions may seem to be the ultimate statement in glamour and fashion. With more celebrities sporting extra-long eyelashes, it’s no surprise to realize that eyelash extensions are growing in popularity.
However, when it comes to preserving your ocular health, it seems as though this trend should take a backseat: consumer reports have shown that eyelash extensions can cause allergic reactions and even infection. In addition to these critical risks, women are discovering that eyelash extensions can cause their natural eyelashes to fall out, which causes a vicious and ironic cycle that’s hard to miss.
At Envision Eye and Laser Center in Bowie, Maryland – also serving the greater Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland areas – Renee Bovelle, MD and her team pride themselves on ensuring that patients are supplied with the most relevant information about maintaining excellent eye health. That’s why it’s critical for patients to understand that no matter how great eyelash extensions may look, they may not be worth the risk.
So why are there so many health risks associated with eyelash extensions? Simple: the glue used to adhere eyelash extensions –comprised of synthetic fibers – usually contains a formaldehyde ingredient that can increase your risk of irritation, infection and allergic reaction.
Eyelash extensions have also been shown to increase your risk of picking up conjunctivitis, or keratitis, a condition in which the ey’s cornea becomes inflamed, which can be very painful. The risk is so great that in Japan – where eyelash extensions are especially popular – the number of patients seeking eye-clinic consultations has skyrocketed.
If you think you can escape these health risks with temporary eyelash extensions, think again: even false eyelashes carry their own drawbacks. The simple act of removing false eyelashes can cause your hairs to fall out, leaving you with a thin look. This can prompt many patients to seek out eyelash extensions again, thus continuing a vicious cycle that is ultimately damaging to your ocular health.
Whether you’ve used eyelash extensions before or are simply looking to preserve the health and well-being of your eye, visit Envision Eye and Laser Center in Bowie, Maryland today (also serving the greater Washington D.C. and Baltimore, Maryland areas).
Amerisciences have developed the first-ever “super-league” multivitamin with the help of NASA, and this new product is now available off the shelf in the US. The Royal Society of Medicine views Amerisciences AS10 as “the next generation of breakthrough technology in nutritional supplementation.” You can read the complete press release here.
To learn more about Amerisciences and other supplements offered by Envision Eye & Laser Center check out our OS2 supplements here or our Amerisciences products here. You can always contact us or give us a call at 301-805-4664.
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