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Summer Sports and Eye Safety: What You Need to Know

Summer Sports and Eye Safety: What You Need to Know

by Courtney Gursky | Jun 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info

Summer is a great time to get outside and stay active. Whether you’re playing baseball, biking, swimming, golfing, or spending weekends at the lake, warm-weather activities are a big part of the season for many families in Fort Kent.  While most people remember...
Why Your Eyes Feel Tired With a “Perfect” Prescription

Why Your Eyes Feel Tired With a “Perfect” Prescription

by Courtney Gursky | May 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info, Vision Problems

You go in for your eye exam, hear that your vision is 20/20, and leave feeling reassured that everything is ok. Your glasses or contact lenses seem fine, too—nothing obvious feels wrong. But by the end of the day, your eyes still feel heavy, tired, and ready for a...
Why Am I Seeing Flashes of Light in the Corner of My Eye?

Why Am I Seeing Flashes of Light in the Corner of My Eye?

by Courtney Gursky | Apr 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info, Vision Problems

Flashes of light in the corner of your eye can be startling, especially when they show up out of nowhere in a dark room, while driving at night, or when you turn your head quickly. Sometimes they’re harmless and short-lived. Other times, they’re your eyes’ way of...
Vision After 40: What Changes, What’s Normal, and What Needs Attention 

Vision After 40: What Changes, What’s Normal, and What Needs Attention 

by Hannah Cavins-Wolford | Mar 1, 2026 | Eye Exams, Eye Health Info

Sometime after 40, a lot of people notice small, inconvenient shifts in their vision. Reading menus takes longer. Phone text seems smaller. Headlights at night look a little harsher. If that sounds familiar, a comprehensive eye exam is one of the best ways to figure...
How High Blood Pressure Can Affect Your Eyes 

How High Blood Pressure Can Affect Your Eyes 

by Hannah Cavins-Wolford | Feb 5, 2026 | Eye Diseases, Eye Health Info

High blood pressure is often called a “silent” health issue because it can rise without obvious symptoms. That’s one reason a comprehensive eye exam matters even if your vision seems fine. An eye exam doesn’t just check how clearly you see; it can also reveal changes...
When to Be Concerned About Eye Floaters in Your Vision

When to Be Concerned About Eye Floaters in Your Vision

by Courtney Gursky | Jan 1, 2026 | Eye Health Info, Vision Problems

Have you seen tiny spots, cobweb-like threads, or shadows drifting across your vision? These are called eye floaters, and they can cause concern or alarm for some people. Although most floaters are harmless, some may be a sign of a serious condition and require...
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