Click here to download a copy of the entire article provided by the American Academy of Ophthalmology How can coronavirus affect your eyes? The first thing to understand is that coronavirus can spread through the eyes — just as it does through the mouth or nose. When someone who has coronavirus coughs, sneezes, or talks, […]
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The Groundhog has spoken. With spring right around the corner, it looks like the season of sneezing and coughing will continue. But what is it that’s causing you to plow through boxes of tissues and bottles of hand sanitizer? Is it a cold or just your allergies? In case you were curious, colds are caused […]
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100 years ago, William W. Perdue founded Perdue and Perdue (later the Mobile Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Center), the first and oldest clinic of its kind in the country. After studying at the University of Alabama, in New York, and in Vienna, Austria, Dr. Perdue applied his expertise to providing the utmost care for […]
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As the second leading cause of blindness, glaucoma is a common eye disease that is often difficult to detect and slow to develop. It is important to have regular eye exams to maintain the health of your eyes. What is glaucoma and what causes it? Glaucoma is a slow process of fluid building up […]
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You only get one pair of eyes. So take care of them today to prepare them for tomorrow by eating foods that are both nutritious and vitamin-rich. These super foods can reduce the risk of certain eye diseases, improve your sight and help you maintain good eye health. While carrots may be what you’re thinking, […]
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Just like you get regular health check-ups, so should you get regular eye exams. Properly caring for your eyes and maintaining good eye health are vital to preserving your vision. This is why it is important to know how to care for your eyes and protect your vision. Here are 6 preventative eye care tips […]
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Buying glasses for your child can be both an exciting and overwhelming process. There are many options and choices that you need to consider when selecting the right frames for your child. To help make the process easier here are 7 tips to help you purchase the perfect pair of glasses for your child. 1. […]
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With a New Year on the way many people have begun to make their list resolutions, but there are a few overlooked things that are more important than not watching as much Netflix. Here are 3 important and often-overlooked things you should do in 2015. Your eyes work hard, make sure they stay in […]
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As part of Premier Medical’s Eye Group, our optical division is an important extension of patient services. Through this relationship, we are able to provide seamless, high-quality care to our patients. Our opticians and technicians trained to verify and fit eyeglass lenses and frames, contact lenses, and other devices to correct eyesight. Our full-service shop […]
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Nearly 1,000 athletes and about 350 of their coaches and chaperones competed in the Special Olympics Alabama State Games at Troy University. The sport events included swimming, gymnastics, equestrian, bowling, track and field, softball, cycling, bocce, power lifting, flag football and golf (followed by) a victory dance on the final night. Premier Medical’s Dr. […]
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