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Family Eye Health

What family eye health tips are important to maintain good vision?

May 21, 2024

Prioritizing your family’s eye health is like putting money into a savings plan. If you are proactive early on, you’ll reap the benefits as you grow older. By taking precautions now, you’ll be able to minimize the chance of developing eye conditions later in life. We’re going to cover how to take care of your […]

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Benefits of photochromic lenses

The benefits of photochromic lenses

May 6, 2024

Have you heard of photochromic lenses? They are specialized, light-adaptive glasses.  We’re here to give you the lowdown on what they are, how they work, and the benefits of photochromic lenses. What are photochromic lenses? Photochromic lenses are often referred to as Transitions lenses, which is the name of one of the most renowned brands […]

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Gem City eyewear

Introducing our very own Gem City eyewear

April 22, 2024

It’s fair to say we’re proud to have our office located in the town of Quincy, Illinois. Quincy has some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet, and our celebrations and festivals are hands down the best! The town has that special something that makes you proud to call it home, so we’re thrilled to […]

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buy new glasses

The best place to buy new glasses – online vs. your eye doctor

April 8, 2024

From groceries to garden furniture, we’re used to buying almost anything online. For some items, however, getting that in-person service and advice from a trusted professional is still a real benefit. With an ever-growing online marketplace for eyewear, where’s the best place to buy new glasses? Let’s look at the reasons why buying your eyewear […]

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Solar Eclipse

A guide to solar eclipse safety for your eyes

March 25, 2024

A solar eclipse is one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events, and one is occurring on April 8th.  Some parts of the country (Mexico, Texas, Maine, and eastern Canada) will see a total solar eclipse; the last time that happened in the USA was in 2017. The rest of North America will be able to enjoy […]

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Workplace Wellness

How to protect your eyes from digital eye strain at work

March 11, 2024

Many of us spend the bulk of our working day looking at screens – laptops, tablets, cellphones, particularly now that so many meetings happen on video conferencing platforms.  Don’t get us wrong, digital technology has revolutionized the world of work, but it also comes with its downsides.  As this month is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, […]

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