Is Chlorine Bad for Little Swimmer’s Eyes?
It's commonly believed that too much chlorine can cause "swimmer's eye", but that's only part of the story.
Kefla Brown, OD, MS
Optometry
Dr. Brown, a native of New Orleans, graduated summa cum laude in biology from Xavier University of Louisiana. She earned her Optometry degree as well as her Master of Science in Vision Science from The Ohio State University College of Optometry, where she graduated magna cum laude. She is certified by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry for treatment and management of ocular disease and holds an optometric license with therapeutic privileges in Louisiana.
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Make sure you understand what takes place during an eye exam for adults and children so you can be prepared to ask the right questions about your eye health.
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Solar Eclipse Eye Safety Suggestions
Five eye safety tips to keep in mind when preparing to view the solar eclipse with your family.
How to Keep Your Child's Eyes Safe
Intense use of tablets and phones and the viewing of their screens are causing premature aging to kids' eyes.
Eye Exams & Insurance: Coverage
Get an overview of how medical and vision plans generally work, so that you can keep your eyes healthy.
Eye Exams & Insurance: FAQS
Insurance coverage for eye exams can be a confusing topic. Get answers here.
Holiday Gift Ideas: 105 Optometrist-Approved Toys
Check out 105 holiday gift ideas that children will enjoy playing and they will help to enhance their visual development.
Back To School Eye Care Tips for Kids
These four tips will help your child maintain good eye health and safety now and throughout the year.
Dangers of Online Vision Tests
These days, you can complete almost any chore or task that you can think of online, but think twice about checking your vision.
5 Steps To Relieve Digital Eye Strain
Spending hours at a time looking at a digital screen? Follow these tips to protect your eyes.
Tips to Keep Your Child’s Vision Healthy
Check out these tips to keep your child’s vision healthy.
Why Your Child is Restless in 3D Movies
Taking your children to the movies is a great way to keep little ones occupied on the weekends and holidays (especially if the weather is bad). But while these trips to the movies may seem like a harmless endeavor, today’s cinematic experience might need further consideration.
Recognizing When Your Young One May Have Vision Problems
Parents often ask me, “What age is old enough for their children to get glasses?” The answer is, “whenever your child needs them.” Typically one out of 20 preschool children has an eyesight issue.
