Ideal Eyecare Blog
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore Eye Floaters
People usually experience eye floaters at least once during their lifetime. Eye floaters are tiny specks, cobwebs, or squiggly lines that appear to...
Signs of Vision Problems in Children
As parents, we always want the best for our children, and that includes good health. One aspect of health that often gets overlooked is vision....
Reduce Digital Eye Strain in the Workplace
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, and it’s a great time to learn about digital eye strain. In today’s world, it’s almost impossible to escape...
Preventing Vision Loss from Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of significant vision loss in adults 50 and older. While there is no cure, treatment can...
Preventing Vision Loss from Glaucoma
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, bringing attention to this eye condition that affects over 3 million Americans. If left untreated, glaucoma can...
Treatment for Eye Misalignment at Ideal Eyecare in Council Bluffs
Many people experience the painful symptoms of eye misalignment. Even though you have two eyes, your brain produces a single visual image when you...
Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness
Diabetic eye disease is a leading cause of blindness in the United States. In fact, diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss...
Protect the Eyes this Halloween with These Tips
Halloween is a time for sugar highs, costume parties, and spooky fun. But it's also a time when emergency rooms see an uptick in eye injuries,...
Protecting Your Eyesight: Diabetes and Your Eyes
Diabetes is a serious condition that can have many different effects on your body. One of the most serious complications of diabetes is damage to...
Don’t Forget Your Sunglasses
Summer is in full swing, and many of us are spending more time outside. We know we should wear sunscreen to protect our skin from the sun’s UV rays,...
Facts About Cataracts
Did you know that cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States and the top reason for blindness in the world? Cataracts are...
How To Maintain Your Eye Health and Vision
We all look forward to May in the Council Bluffs and Omaha areas because that typically means better weather, longer days, and more time outside....
Top Tips for Women to Maintain Healthy Eyes and Vision
According to the National Eye Institute, two out of every three people living with blindness or vision problems are women. Prevent Blindness, one of...
Contact Lens Safety Guidelines
Whether you are a regular wearer or new to contacts, it is important to follow contact lens safety guidelines. These tips on proper contact use will help keep your eyes happy.