Are you frustrated by the lack of online opinions and DIY projects? Do you ever wish there was ONE PLACE you could watch simple, understandable, educational how-to videos from the convenience of your phone?
Well look no further!
Make Advanced Family Eye Care your one-stop-shop for inspirational holiday how-to videos this year! We will be posting the best holiday DIY material anywhere on the internet!
To get the holiday season kicked off right, in this video, Dr. Thomason guides you step-by-step through how to create the PERFECT Halloween pumpkin… and if you find that you are struggling SEEING during your pumpkin-carving adventures, that is kinda a side-hustle for us, too–just give us a call at 479-750-3937!
We are open for routine eye examinations next week! The Arkansas Department of Health has released a statement saying Optometry clinics can see patients again starting May 4, 2020 with some new protocols.
Due to safety concerns of COVID-19 we have some new procedures for when you visit our clinic. These protocols will likely continue to be updated as time progresses, but please take time to read this notice as well as further detail on our website (link below).
- ADH has directed all patients must have a face coverings/masks when inside the clinic, please bring a face covering/mask to your appointment as mask supplies are very limited.
- All patients will need to wait in their vehicles prior to being seen to promote social distancing. We will have a check-in process posted, and will have one of our staff members escort you into the clinic for your examination.
- We request only patients come into the clinic during the examination (or if necessary one additional parent/guardian/caretaker for children or those needing additional assistance). All other members of the family not being seen we kindly request to remain in their vehicle.
- If the patient (or necessary parent/guardian/caretaker) meets any of the following criteria please inform our staff and we will reschedule you for a later date.
- Returned from travel to NY, NJ, CT, New Orleans or overseas within the last 14 days.
- Have a fever of 100.4°F or greater.
- Have a cough, difficulty breathing, sore throat, or loss of taste or smell.
- Had contact with a person known to be infected with COVID-19 within the previous 14 days.
- Due to ADH directives we are also increasing time between patients to allow for thorough cleaning of our exam rooms. We do apologize for potential wait times and are making every effort to schedule patients in a safe and efficient manner.
- We are working on digital forms to be filled out by patients prior to their appointment, to both increase safety and decrease wait times.
Our doctors and staff will be using personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks and gloves to continue to provide the best care and keep our patients safe. As well as continual disinfecting inside the clinic throughout the day.
We apologize if you experience any delays in contacting us as we are trying to schedule everyone in a timely manner. If you would like to make an appointment please call our office at (479) 750-3937.
Please continue to check the Arkansas Department of Health and CDC for updates in regards to COVID-10.
https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Have you ever seen a rabbit wearing glasses? Doubtful! We have always been told that eating carrots promotes good vision and healthy eyes, but is this truth or fiction? The orange hue of carrots appears because of beta-carotene, which is converted to Vitamin A in the liver, producing the richness that our bodies need to aid in smoothly functioning eyes. The truth is, rabbits don’t maintain their glasses-less faces on a diet of only carrots. There are other essential foods that help maintain healthy eyes.
Leafy green vegetables are also important to the diet and eye health. Studies have proven that leafy greens actually help reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration, the most common cause of vision loss in people 50 and older.
While you are dying your Easter eggs, take the opportunity to crack one of those eggs open and enjoy the yellow yolk in the middle. Egg yolks are rich in antioxidants and zinc, which also reduce risks of macular degeneration.
Citrus fruits and berries are known to contribute to healthy eyes. The vitamin C contained in these tropical fruits has been shown to reduce the chances of developing macular degeneration.
A handful of almonds contains half of the body’s daily amount of vitamin E. These make for a convenient snack, all while helping slow the process of macular degeneration.
Bright red and orange fatty fish such as tuna, mackerel, salmon, etc. are also contributors to an eye-healthy diet. These fish contain high levels of DHA, a fat found in the retina. Having low amounts of DHA has actually been linked to Dry Eye Syndrome, so a healthy amount of these fish can actually help alleviate some of that dry, uncomfortable irritation.
So the next time you see the Easter bunny hopping through your yard, remember that it isn’t just carrots that keep his eyes in check.