Did you know that two-thirds of those living with blindness or visual impairment are women? Prevent Blindness has designated April as Women’s Eye Health and Safety Awareness Month. Among one of the many differences between men and women is the fact that women are more likely to have eye diseases, ...
Continue ReadingContact lenses are a convenient tool for vision correction. Whether you’re nearsighted (myopia), farsighted (hyperopia) or have an astigmatism, your doctor may present contact lenses as an option. We refer to these as elective contact lenses.
Continue ReadingWhen it comes to keeping your heart healthy, the first things that come to mind may be eating a balanced diet and exercising. Those are certainly two important factors in maintaining heart health, but did you know that oral health is connected to heart health?
Continue ReadingIf your Valentine's Day plans include staying in, we have the perfect treat for you! These Sweetheart Yogurt Parfaits take only minutes to make & they taste as good as they look. Ditch the store-bought chocolates and give this simple recipe a try.
Continue ReadingLooking for something delicious to warm you up on a cold winter day? We’ve got you covered. Check out the recipe below for Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup. Not only does the soup taste great, but cauliflower is rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help protect your eyes, and strengthen bones and ...
Continue ReadingDid you make a resolution at the beginning of the year to eat healthier? If so, you’re not alone. It can be difficult to remove some of your favorite foods from your diet! In case you’ve hit a rut in your wellness journey, we’ve compiled a list of healthy alternatives to popular foods.
Continue ReadingYou likely have your winter essentials read to go: coat, hat, mittens, scarf and boots. One very important item missing from that list? Sunglasses! Just because the sun isn’t putting off heat to warm you up, doesn’t mean its UV rays are any less dangerous to your eyes.
Continue ReadingHere at VBA, we strive to make a difference in our community. In the early months of 2017, we decided to lending a helping hand to an organization that helps those in need. The mission of Paws with a Cause® is to enhance the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities nationally ...
Continue ReadingThanksgiving is just a few days away, and we all know what that means—a day full of feasting. Indulging in traditional holiday foods can be tough on our waistlines, but did you know some of our favorite treats can be tough on our teeth, as well? We’ve compiled a few helpful hints to help protect ...
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