November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

Did you know that approximately 29 million Americans age 20 and older have diabetes? One third of those are at risk for vision loss because they do not even know that they have the disease. Diabetics are 60 percent more likely to develop cataracts and 40 percent more likely to develop glaucoma than people without diabetes. Diabetics are also at risk for diabetic retinopathy, which can result in permanent vision loss if left untreated. Every year 12,000 to 24,000 people lose their sight due to diabetes. The American Optometric Association encourageseveryone to see their optometrist on a yearly basis to ensure early detection of eye diseases and to maintain eye health.

Click below to watch an informational Segment from Kare11

Diabetes & Eye Health on Showcase MN

Care Credit

At Complete Eye Care of Medina, we want to make sure you get the quality service and eyewear that you deserve. We now accept Care Credit as a form of payment to use on services and/or eyewear. Visit our website for more details and for an application.

http://www.completeeyecareofmedina.com

October is Eye Injury Prevention Month

Did you know that over one million people suffer from eye injuries each year? Ninetypercent of those injuries could’ve been prevented by wearing appropriate protective eyewear. Many ordinary activities like mowing the lawn, jump-starting vehicles, or using household chemicals for cleaning can lead to very serious eye injuries. The eye’s delicate tissues are easily burnt by chemicals in detergents and ammonia, and lawn equipment can easily propel debris. Prevention is the first and most important step in avoiding serious eye injuries, so be sure to always protect your eyes with appropriate protective eyewear.

Follow this link to watch a segment on Kare 11 about Eye Safety.

Eye Safety on Showcase Minnesota

September is Children's Eye Health & Safety Month

Did you know that vision problems affect one in twenty preschoolers and one in four school-aged children? More than 12 million children suffer from visual impairment. Protect your child’s eyes by having them checked by an eye care professional for conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes), which can permanently damage your child’s vision if not caught at an early age.

Click the image below for more information about the infantSEE program available at our office for your little ones.

Complete Eye Care of Medina Introduces Lavish Lashes

August is Cataract Awareness Month

Did you know that over 20 million Americans age 40 and over have cataracts? A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. They are the leading cause of blindness worldwide; however, in most cases, vision loss from cataracts is reversible. Scheduling regular eye examinations is the key to early detection and treatment. The American Academy of Optometry also states that eating a diet rich in antioxidants like spinach, broccoli, and eggs may decrease your risk of developing cataracts.

Here is a link to view my segment about preventing cataracts on Kare11's Showcase MN
http://completeeyecareofmedina.com/media03.cfm

July is UV Safety Month

Did you know that sunglasses are far more than just a fashion statement? Everyone knows to wear sunscreen to protect our skin from harmful UV rays, and it’s just as important to protect our eyes. Prolonged exposure of our eyes to the sun’s high energy rays can cause vision loss through the formation of cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Check to make sure that the sunglasses you wear block 99 to 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays, and wear them anytime you’re outside for prolonged periods of time, even when the sky is overcast.

We have a variety of sunwear that serve many purposes! From Coach, Kate Spade and Juicy Couture to Maui Jim, Callaway, Liberty Sport..AND even our new M3D line!

We can even check the UV protection level in your current sunglasses. Stop in to have one of our opticians educate you on the importance of having the correct UV protection and show you the many different sunglass styles we carry!

Hamel Parade 2011

We had so much fun walking in the Hamel Parade this past Sunday! Check out the photos below to see our 'float' and staff!

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! As you boldly make your new year's resolutions, make sure to include taking care of your health, including your vision. Do you suffer from an overall feeling that you could be seeing more crisply and clearly, but haven't ever been able to achieve that through regular glasses and contact lenses? We now have new technology at Complete Eye Care called "iZon" lenses that custom corrects your tiny visual imperfections, or aberrations. Patient response to these lenses has been outstanding! Please refer to www.izonlens.com for more information, and call our office today for more information: 763-478-3505.