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Use It Or Lose It: Spend Your FSA Funds!

If you have a remaining balance in your employer established flexible spending account (FSA), (also called a flex plan, reimbursement account, Flex 125, or a Cafeteria Plan) check your employer’s coverage period.  For many FSA plans, you must use all of your FSA contributions by the end of the year, or lose them.  Did you

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6 Tips for Alleviating Computer Eye Strain

Please note that the below information is intended to be observed as guidelines, and is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye doctor with any questions you may have regarding eye strain or a medical condition. According to the US Census conducted

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Telemedicine Now Available at Medical Eye Center

We’re still here for you! Though Medical Eye Center has restricted non-essential services due to COVID-19, we’re excited to now offer a telemedicine program. What is telemedicine? Telemedicine refers to a variety of healthcare services that can be offered remotely, whether through a video visit or a phone call. Telemedicine gives you the ability to

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Do I have allergies or dry eye?

Please note that the below information is intended to be observed as guidelines, and is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye doctor with any questions you may have regarding allergies, dry eye, or any medical condition. Ah, spring. That beautiful time

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How Long Should I Wear My Contacts?

Please note that the below information is intended to be observed as guidelines, and is not intended to be a substitute for informed medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your eye doctor with any questions you may have regarding contact lens wear or a medical condition. If you’re one of the

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An Important Message about COVID-19

We understand these are difficult times.  Information about COVID-19 is changing on a regular basis as federal and state officials make recommendations or requirements.  The majority of our patient population falls under the higher risk category, so we want to be vigilant in keeping them safe.  We have implemented many changes to decrease the risk

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Summer Eye Safety

Summer is in full swing – and that means enjoying sun-soaked days filled with swimming, the beach, sports and other outdoor activities. Summer fun and festivities can put inconvenient demands on your eyes – especially if you wear eyeglasses or contact lenses. It is important to keep eye safety in mind during the summer months.

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Is It Safe to Wear Contact Lenses Every Day?

For patients who are new to contact lens wear, it can be difficult to know how to safely wear their lenses. How long you can safely wear your contact lenses depends on the type of contact lenses you have been prescribed. Soft lenses are the most popular type of contact lenses worn in the U.S.

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