Little Known Facts about Guide Dogs The most popular guide dog breeds are labradors, golden retrievers, and German shepherds, who are chosen for their size, temperament, and intelligence. Guide dogs will display “intelligent disobedience”, and disobey their owners’ commands if … Continue reading →

Men and women have plenty of differences, but did you know that some of them have to do with eyesight and vision health? While men are more prone to eye injuries, women are more susceptible to eye diseases. So what problems … Continue reading →

Contact Lenses are medical devices and require a prescription. Our practice will help you determine if contacts are best for your lifestyle.  Here are 5 healthy habits for current wearers to help keep your eyes healthy and comfortable. 1. Always … Continue reading →

You may have distinct memories of a parent telling you all the ways you can “ruin your eyes”. Throughout the years, many myths have been repeated about eyes and vision. Let’s uncover the truth behind the myths. Myth 1. If … Continue reading →

Professional Eye Care Center Named One of the Nation’s Best Practices by CooperVision NILES, Ill., May 3, 2021 — For its leadership in optometry and delivery of exceptional care to its patients, Professional Eye Care Center has been named a … Continue reading →

March 7-13, 2021 is World Glaucoma Awareness Week.  With over 70 million people diagnosed worldwide, Glaucoma occurs without symptoms, is the third leading cause of blindness and can only be detected through a comprehensive eye exam.  Making your vision a … Continue reading →

Flexible spending accounts are a great way to pay for your healthcare costs, including your eyecare. The money is taken out of pretax dollars, lowering your tax liability. However, if you do not use the money by the end of … Continue reading →

Safety is the key for our health and our eye health. Follow these safety tips to make sure your Halloween does not become a nightmare. Eye Safety Tips for you and your goblins: Avoid costumes that obscure vision. Use only … Continue reading →

Shin guards for soccer, shoulder pads for football, and batting helmets for baseball and softball. Almost every sport has its own unique safety equipment, but according to Dr. Pamela Lowe, most participants in sports forget to protect one of the … Continue reading →

Most people remember to protect their eyes from the sun, but what about other elements? Don’t let eye issues hold you back from enjoying the summer season with these helpful tips: 1. DRINK WATER Staying hydrated fights against dry eyes, … Continue reading →