KEEPING YOUR EYES HEALTHY IN WINTER
Most of the time we think about protecting our eyes in the summer, when we’re out mowing the lawn, getting splashed in the pool, snorkeling, etc. And while the warmer months do bring several eye-related risks to be aware of, the winter has its own perilous nature that we should all be aware of. Whether […]
Fall Eye Care Tips
O.K. It’s a bit early to be talking about the Fall here, but given that today’s date is officially in the month of September and school is starting back up for many, well, it makes a bit of sense. And hey, our Fall in and around PDX is one of the best times of year, […]
The Best Nutrition for Eye Health?
Everyone knows that eating carrots is good for the eyes. Heck, we’ve all heard that from the time we can speak. Yet what about other food items? What else can increase the quality of our vision and head off eye-related health issues? Below is a list of six key food items that can do just […]
Best Eyeglass Shop in Portland – 3rd Year in a Row!!!
Yep, it’s official. Eyes on Broadway has won “Best Eyeglass Shop in Portland” in Willamette Weekly’s ‘Best of Portland’ Reader’s Poll contest for the third year in a row! What an honor. Eyes on Broadway continues to innovate, be a true leader in style and impeccable service and simply shines. The shops’ excellent staff and […]
Soft Contact Lenses are Safe for Kids
It has long been thought that soft contact lenses are not safe for kids due to higher infection rates. However, a new review conducted by the University of Houston’s College of Optometry (UHCO) has found that infection rates associated with soft contact lenses are no higher in kids than adults. Review author Mark Bullimore, an […]
Fireworks in Your Eyes?
So the big July 4th holiday is moments away and I bet you’ve got some great plans set to see friends, family, barbecue and watch the sky explode. However, some people experience firework-like flashes in their eyes that have nothing to do with Uncle Sam and our Declaration of Independence. Indeed, flashes in the eye […]
National Sunglasses Day is Here – June 27th!
Well, here we are again, it’s National Sunglasses Day tomorrow (6-27) and, as I’m writing this, the sun looks like it’ll be shining good. Of course, given the danger of the sun to our eyes, we should all be wearing sunglasses when outside, sunny or not. Just like getting burned by the sun when it’s […]
5 Tips for Protecting Your Eyes This Summer
With summer fast-approaching, many of us are thinking about how we are going to “get out and play.” Well, being no exception to this rule, I too am indexing on just how I’m going to squeeze in this sport and that activity and, well, get the most of our limited summer before the nasty rains […]
Vote for Eyes on Broadway in the 2017 WW Reader’s Poll!
Many say, “the third time’s the charm.” Well, Eyes on Broadway is up for “Best Eyewear Shop” in Willamette Week’s Reader’s Poll once again…and now is the time to cast your vote! Having won the last two years in a row, this third victory would complete an un-precedented trifecta for a Portland business and truly […]
March is Workplace Vision Wellness Month!
So we are into March already! 2017 is flying by and everyone is back and working hard. That said, March has been dubbed “Workplace Vision Wellness Month” by Prevent Blindness America, a group that offers many great ideas and motivating statistics that will get the attention of both management and employees alike. In fact, try […]