by Spencer Coulton | Sep 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info
High blood pressure can affect more than your heart. Over time, it can damage blood vessels throughout the body — including the tiny, delicate vessels in your retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye. Because hypertension may not cause noticeable...
by Courtney Gursky | Jul 1, 2026 | Contact Lenses, Eye Health Info
It happens to every contact lens wearer at some point. You sit down on the couch after a long day, close your eyes for just a minute, and wake up three hours later with your contacts still in. Sleeping in your contact lenses may seem harmless, but it can increase...
by Courtney Gursky | Jun 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info
Have you ever noticed your eyelid twitching while you’re working, driving, or trying to relax at the end of the day? In many cases, it’s harmless and temporary, but certain symptoms may indicate it’s time for a closer look. In this blog, we share some of the...
by Courtney Gursky | May 1, 2026 | Digital Eye Strain, Dry Eye, Eye Health Info
You wake up feeling like you should be refreshed, but your eyes tell a different story. Maybe they feel heavy right away, or it takes longer than usual for your vision to feel clear. Some people notice soreness, light sensitivity, or a lingering tired feeling...
by Hannah Cavins-Wolford | Mar 1, 2026 | Digital Eye Strain, Dry Eye, Eye Exam, Eye Health Info
If you’ve been waking up with gritty, burning eyes, frequent headaches, or blurry vision that improves by mid-morning, your nightly rest may be part of the story. During a comprehensive eye exam, we can connect the dots between what you’re feeling day to day and what...
by Courtney Gursky | Jan 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info
Have your eyes been red, itchy, or watery? Or maybe your child keeps rubbing their eyes and they are pink and puffy? These could be signs of pink eye. During a comprehensive eye exam, our experienced optometrists in Omaha and Council Bluffs can figure out the...
