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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in the Sunnyvale and Palo Alto areas. The items are displayed by year and month. To view older entries use the links in the box below to select the year and month you would like.

Beat the Rush!

Just like your end-of-the-year holiday planning, it's also a busy time for your eye doctors.

AN EYE EXAM IS NOT JUST ABOUT VISION

Regular eye exams are critical because what may seem like a vision-related problem might be an indication of a broader health issue and your eyes reveal a lot about your overall wellness.

Back-to-School List: Pencils, Books, and an Eye Exam

As the summer slowly fades away, back-to-school planning is in high gear.

3 Ways to Protect Your Eyes on Vacation

Summer is the perfect time to head to the mountains, relax on the beach of visit family and friends.

Your Eye Health Matters

May is Healthy Vision Month! Did you know that there are multiple ways you can promote healthy vision?

How Safe Is It To Rinse Your Eyes With Tap Water?

While many people turn to tap water to rinse their eyes, it may not always be safe. Find out when to use water, and what to use when you can't!

The Signs are in Your Eyes

Even before we see the sunny weather, blooming flowers, and greening trees, there are a few sure signs that spring is near.

Reducing Exposure to Blue Light

With so much screen time in today’s world, our eyes are being exposed to an unprecedented amount of blue light which is emitted from devices like smartphones, tablets, and TVs.

Your Eyes As A Window Into Your Whole-Body Health

Did you know that your eyes are often the first line of defense when it comes to detecting and treating many common systemic diseases and conditions? It's true!

Health Heart, Healthy Eyes

At first sight, you wouldn’t think the heart and eyes are connected, but they have more in common than you think.

Eye Exam Saves Woman’s Life by Detecting Brain Tumor Early

Here's how eye exams helped save Katie's vision and quality of life. Call University Optometry to schedule your appointment.

Looking for a Healthy New Year’s Resolution?

The most ambitious time of year is upon us: the time to set New Year’s resolutions.

7 Eye Care Tips for the Holiday Season

Your eye experts at University Optometry have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season. Let us know how else we can help!

Protect Your Eyes With These Contact Lens Safety Tips

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing contact lenses. Here are our top contact lens safety tips to keep your peepers happy.

Are You Suddenly Seeing Dark Spots? Here’s What You Should Do

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s what you need to know about eye floaters, and how University Optometry can help!

3 Effective Ways to Relieve Dry Eyes

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's very treatable. Here are tips to help you deal with your dry eye symptoms, along with treatment from your eye doctor.

Say Goodbye to Dry Eyes

Every time you blink, your healthy eyes get a bath from a fluid that's a combination of oil, water, and mucus. This fluid, or tears, helps protect and moisturize the eyes.

5 Eye Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call University Optometry without delay if you or a loved one experiences any of these eye or vision problems.

Important Questions to Bring to Your Next Eye Exam

You may know what to expect from an eye exam but taking a moment to prepare your thoughts beforehand can go a long way.

Start The Year Right With A Pediatric Eye Exam

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without a backpack or a lunch box, make sure their eyes and vision are ready for the challenges ahead.

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