Dry Eye · 6 min read

Why your eyes feel worse in the afternoon

A brief look at why symptoms tend to bloom after lunch, and three small habit changes that help most patients.

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Frames · 8 min read

How to know a frame will actually last

The hinges, the acetate finish, the temple length — a short guide to what separates a well-made frame from one that just looks like it.

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Children · 5 min read

When should a child's first eye exam be?

Our (unfashionable) opinion on why age 5 or 6 is usually the sweet spot — and the signs that mean sooner.

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Screens · 4 min read

The 20-20-20 rule, and why it's incomplete

A better formulation of the classic screen-break advice, plus what to look for in an occupational lens.

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Local · 3 min read

A morning walk through Bidwell Park

A love letter to the park where Annette drafts most of these essays.

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Health · 7 min read

What retinal photos can (and can't) tell us

A tour of what we actually look for when we pull your images up on the big screen.

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