Author: arthurb

Software Training at the BEI

Software Training at the BEI

Since 2002 BEI has been using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) programs. Electronic record it's the safety of vital data, a way of fast communication with other medical professionals involved in…
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Cannabis and Eyesight

Cannabis and Eyesight

Destroying the myths that mushrooms improve eyesight and figuring out what doses of marijuana are needed for patients with glaucoma. Scientific pros and cons of experiencing narcotics in ophthalmology.
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Prospects for the Iris – So What?

Prospects for the Iris – So What?

Iris opens and closes the pupil, regulating the amount of light that enters the eye. Recently, an artificial iris has been created and it looks like a contact lens. Future…
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Heterochromia

Heterochromia

Heterochromia is a condition that results in two differently colored eyes. Usually, it is hereditary and harmless. However, heterochtomia can signalize that a person has a neurofibromatosis, which is when…
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Food for Eyes: Eye Health and Nutrition

Food for Eyes: Eye Health and Nutrition

Healthy eyes start with the healthy diet. Make sure your diet is rich in vitamin A, lutein, zeaxanthin, omega-3 fatty acids, lycopene, vitamin E, etc. Proper nutrition is key to…
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The Allergy Season: Eye Allergies

The Allergy Season: Eye Allergies

Struggling with allergies? Suspect you have a pink eye (allergic conjunctivitis)? Minimize your exposure to allergens by vacuuming and dusting. Also, it is a good idea to keep your doors…
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Microbes and our eyes

Microbes and our eyes

Rapid increase of autoimmune disorders these days is linked to our overuse of antibiotics. We have microbes living outside and inside our bodies (as well as on the surface of…
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MIND AND EYES

MIND AND EYES

Do you know you can exercise mentally and actually increase your body strength? This is called ideomotor effect. It is is shocking how much impact your mind has on your…
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