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How to Reduce Eye Strain From Computers

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Whether it’s for work, school, or entertainment, we spend a significant amount of time in front of screens, often exceeding several hours a day. However, prolonged use of computers can lead to eye strain, a condition characterized by discomfort and fatigue, which is not only uncomfortable, but can also be harmful to our eyesight in the long run. […]

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Merrillville

  • 70 E. 68th Place
  • Merrillville, IN 46410
  • * Monday : 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • ** Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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  • 701 W 5th Ave
  • Gary, IN 46402
  • Monday: Closed
  • * Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: CLOSED
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

* Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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  • 630 N. Front St.
  • Hebron, IN 46341
  • * Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • Wednesday: Closed
  • ** Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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  • 117 Deanna Dr.
  • Lowell, IN 46356
  • * Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday (Lunch 1-2): 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • ** Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • 1861 E. Summit St.
  • Crown Point, IN 46307
  • ** Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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  • 130 S. Broad Street
  • Griffith, IN 46319
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  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • 3229 Broadway
  • Gary, IN 46409
  • * Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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  • Saturday: Closed

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  • 115 Lincolnway
  • Valparaiso, IN 46383
  • ** Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
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  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • ***Saturday : 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

* Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
** Lunch 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
*** Open the 1st Saturday of the month 

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  • 7974 Wicker Ave.
  • St. John, IN 46373
  • Monday: Closed
  • * Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • ** Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • ***Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

* Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
** Lunch 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
*** Open the 1st Saturday of the month

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  • 7414 Indianapolis Blvd.
  • Hammond , IN 46324
  • * Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • * Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • ** Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • ***Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

* Lunch 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
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*** Open the 4th Saturday of each month

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  • 10707 Randolph St.
  • Crown Point, IN 46307
  • ** Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • * Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: CLOSED
  • ** Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • * Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Can You Wear Blue Light Glasses All Day?

The short answer is yes! Blue light glasses are generally safe to wear throughout the day, as they don’t alter your vision or harm your eyes in any way. […]

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January 27, 2025
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Current Eyeglass Trends in 2025

From smart glasses to eco-friendly materials, 2025 has already begun to bring exciting advancements in eyewear. […]

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January 9, 2025
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Do I Need Glasses?

Your vision plays such an important role in your everyday life—from enjoying a good book to getting around safely. But changes in eyesight can sneak up on you and start affecting things like work, hobbies, or even just your overall comfort without you realizing it.  If you’ve ever wondered if it’s time to get glasses, […]

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December 30, 2024
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Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?

The adage about waking up on the wrong side of the bed often refers to a person’s attitude. However, as we get older, we begin to realize how easy it is for a poor night’s sleep to negatively impact our day. Waking up in the morning to dry eyes is one of these situations—it’s irritating, […]

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November 18, 2024
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How to Reduce Eye Strain From Computers

Whether it’s for work, school, or entertainment, we spend a significant amount of time in front of screens, often exceeding several hours a day. However, prolonged use of computers can lead to eye strain, a condition characterized by discomfort and fatigue, which is not only uncomfortable, but can also be harmful to our eyesight in the long run. […]

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October 31, 2024
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Can a Contact Lens Get Lost in Your Eye?

When it comes to wearing contact lenses, one of the most common fears people have is the worry that the lens will somehow get lost in their eyes. This anxiety often arises from a lack of understanding about how contact lenses work, as well as concerns about what can potentially happen if they are not […]

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October 8, 2024
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?

Dry eyes are a widespread issue that affects millions of people around the globe. While this condition is often seen as a mere nuisance, it can have some surprising effects on your vision.  Dry eyes can often cause stinging, irritation, and even blurry vision. If you’re suddenly experiencing blurriness, don’t hesitate to reach out to […]

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August 26, 2024
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Are Polarized Sunglasses Better for Your Vision?

Sunglasses aren’t just a fashion statement—they’re essential for protecting our eyes. However, when it comes to choosing the right pair, you need to make an informed decision. Sunglasses aren’t universal, and the pair you choose can have a significant effect on your quality of life when outdoors. So, are polarized sunglasses better for your vision, […]

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August 9, 2024
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Can Myopia Be Reversed?

Is there a way to reverse myopia or nearsightedness? For many parents worried about their children’s vision in today’s digital age, this is a critical question. Although there is no cure for myopia, its progression can be effectively managed. What Is Myopia? Myopia is a vision impairment characterized by an ability to see close objects […]

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June 28, 2024
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Does Medicaid Cover Eye Exams?

In Indiana, there are several categories of Medicaid, and the majority cover routine eye care as well as medical eye care. Being enrolled in the Medicaid program may also entitle you to benefits for eyeglasses. […]

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April 26, 2024
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What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

Eye exams are not just about getting glasses or contact lenses. They play a crucial role in detecting various eye diseases, some of which may have no symptoms at all. Early detection of these diseases is essential for effective treatment and prevention of permanent vision loss. Some of the most common eye diseases that can […]

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April 5, 2024
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How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?

Most people should get an annual eye exam for healthy eyes and vision. However, if you have risk factors for eye conditions or your eye health needs close monitoring, more frequent eye exams may be necessary. […]

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March 13, 2024
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Eye Color & Genetics

Ever wonder why your eyes are blue, green, brown, or somewhere in between? The colored part of your eye, the Iris, contains pigmentation which determines our eye color. Your parents pass on chromosomes which combine to customize your eye color. How eye color develops Eye color is not as simple as other genetic traits. Three […]

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June 7, 2023
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Combating Dry Eye Syndrome

Do you experience itchy, burning, or dry eyes? You may be suffering from dry eye syndrome. Tears are necessary for overall eye health and clear vision, when there is insufficient moisture on the surface of the eye it can cause discomfort. Let’s looks at some common causes of dry eye syndrome, symptoms, and risk factors. […]

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June 7, 2023
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The Importance of Sports Eyewear

Whether you’re playing or watching the game, one incident everyone dreads is an injury. Injuries can prevent players from finishing the game, or worse, end an athletic career. Protective sports eyewear helps to prevent injuries and allows players to continue to play their sport. In today’s world, many sports facilities and fitness clubs require athletes […]

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June 7, 2023
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Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Eyewear

Have you ever gone to pick out new eyeglasses, but been overwhelmed by all your options? Do you ever struggle to know what eyewear shape looks best on you? We’ve compiled our best tips for picking the perfect pair of eyewear to help make your decisions easier. […]

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June 7, 2023
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Multifocal Contact Lenses

Multifocal contact lenses are yet another way to tackle presbyopia, a condition making it difficult to focus on objects up close. Presbyopia, or farsightedness, affects nearly 111 million people in the United States with a large effect on individuals in their mid 40’s. If you suffer from near and farsighted vision, you may have thought glasses were […]

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June 7, 2023
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Reasons Not to Compromise on Price

Have you ever been tempted to buy cheap glasses you see online or the reading glasses you found at a discount store? They look just as good as the prescription eyeglasses you paid full price for, right? The hard truth is they are not the same as the high-quality prescription eyewear provided by our office. […]

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June 7, 2023
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Macular Degeneration

Individuals over the age of 50 are at a higher risk for developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), which causes gradual vision loss. If you are over the age of 50 and have noticed changes in your vision, call our office to schedule an appointment with your eye doctor to discuss your risk for AMD. What […]

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June 7, 2023
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Flashes, Floaters, and Spots: What’s in my Vision?

Have you noticed tiny shadows cast upon objects you are looking at? Do you see small spots in your vision when looking at a clear or overcast sky? You may be seeing floaters and spots in your field of vision. What is the spot in my vision? It is completely normal to see spots or […]

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June 7, 2023
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Get the Facts About Lazy Eye

Lazy eye, or amblyopia, occurs when one eye fails to reach normal visual acuity, even with prescription lenses. In most cases, this begins in infancy and early childhood. If left untreated, lazy eye can result in blindness, loss of vision, or the abnormal development of a child’s eyes. What causes lazy eye? Lazy eye occurs […]

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June 7, 2023
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Why Your Children Should be Wearing Sunglasses

As you may know, the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause damage to your skin, but how often do you think about the damage these rays can cause to your eyes? What about your child’s eyes? At a young age, children’s eyes are still developing, and with the substantial time they spend outdoors, it […]

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June 7, 2023
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The Dangers of UV Rays

It’s always fun to go out in the sun, but sometimes, the sun can cause more harm than good. Many people are aware of the damage the sun can cause on the skin but don’t know about the impact on our eyes. Without proper protection, the sun’s UV rays can negatively impact the health of […]

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June 7, 2023
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Healthy Living for Healthy Eyes

Everyone probably tells you to eat healthy, exercise, and spend time away from the screen. Sure, it’s good for your health, but does it help your eyes? Absolutely! Here are a few key areas of healthy living that are also essential to your healthy eyes and vision. >Healthy Diet To help keep your eyes healthy, […]

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June 7, 2023
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Eyewear for Every Occasion

Your look might change depending on the day, so shouldn’t your eyewear change, as well? These days, it’s uncommon for one pair of eyeglasses to satisfy all of your needs. Specialty eyewear can help you optimize your vision for any occasion! Below are a few occasions where specialty eyewear can improve your vision. Computer Glasses […]

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June 7, 2023
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What is the Right Age for Contact Lenses?

Children today are developing myopia sooner than in the past. Myopia, or nearsightedness, results in prescription glasses or contact lenses. Many parents might prefer the traditional frame over having their child wear contact lenses. But, the same question crosses through a lot of minds: contact lenses for children – what is the right age? The […]

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June 7, 2023
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5 Reasons Eye Exams Are Important

Your eyes allow you to interact with the world around you every day and are a vital part of your daily life. By taking care of your eyes today, you are ensuring you will see your best for years to come. Let’s take a closer look at five reasons why routine eye exams are so […]

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June 7, 2023
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FAQ: Computer Vision Syndrome

What is computer vision syndrome? Computer vision syndrome, or CVS, is the discomfort or symptoms caused by focusing on a computer or technological device for a long and uninterrupted time. Common symptoms include: Commonly Asked Questions What causes Computer Vision Syndrome? Characters, when read on a computer screen, don’t have the same level of contrast […]

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June 7, 2023
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