Give the Gift of Healthy Vision

It’s that time of year (again) when lists of the best and the worst holiday gifts appear. Check out these funny selections of questionable gift choices from The Telegraph: Worst Christmas Gifts, as well as The Best Stocking Stuffers for Everyone on Your Holiday Gift List, from Vogue. While many may dread a gift box full of tube socks (and may be hoping for something a bit flashier), the true spirit of gift-giving is about showing how we care for one another.

Some gift choices are risky, not only in terms of whether or not they’ll be well-received, but some can pose a risk to eye safety (such as toys, as we discussed here on the blog recently). Another risk to eye health is neglect. It is critical that everyone schedule a regular eye exam.

Have you ever considered giving the gift of healthy vision?

Why not give gift cards for Site for Sore Eyes Berkeley to family and friends? These gift cards can be applied to anything…frames, contact lenses, you name. The cards would be particularly beneficial to anyone you know who tends to put off going the eye doctor!

And, why not give a gift to yourself? Do you have any funds left in your Flex Dollars account for this year? If so, better get cracking and USE them! There is approximately a week and a half left to this year, and if you don’t use your Flex Dollars, they are going to evaporate.

So…treat yourself and start the New Year with a fabulous new pair of designer frames from our extensive collection with eyewear to complement your signature fashion style. And share peace of mind when you gift a Worry-Free Warranty!

Why is an eye exam so important? As the National Eye Institute (NEI) explains, “You might think your vision is fine or that your eyes are healthy, but visiting your eye care professional for a comprehensive dilated eye exam is the only way to really be sure. When it comes to common vision problems, some people don’t realize they could see better with glasses or contact lenses.”

Another important factor to take into account is the opportunity to discover health-related conditions, such as diabetic eye disease, glaucoma and macular degeneration. Warning signs of these conditions may not be perceptible to you, but can be detected by an eye care professional.

And don’t forget… as you enjoy this fun time of year, take care of your eyes by wearing eye protection if you should go skiing or snowboarding. Sunglasses are also important in winter as well as summer, because your eyes need the UV protection.

We hope everyone enjoys a happy and healthy holiday season!