Computer Glasses

For people “staring at a computer screen all day…glare is everywhere,” contributing to computer vision syndrome. “There are about 175 million people in the workplace using computers, and about 80 percent of those people notice problems” with eye strain. Glasses are available to reduce computer glare. They have specially coated lenses made to reduce eye [...]

AOA estimates 125 million Americans may suffer from computer-vision syndrome.

In continuing coverage from a previous edition of First Look, the San Diego Union-Tribune (8/17, Somers) reported that, according to the American Optometric Association, “An estimated 125 million Americans suffer from what is now commonly referred to as…computer-vision syndrome.” Optometrist Jeffrey Anschel, O.D., pointed out that while “[t]he eye focuses on the hard edge of [...]

AOA estimates 125 million Americans may suffer from computer-vision syndrome.

In continuing coverage from a previous edition of First Look, the San Diego Union-Tribune (8/17, Somers) reported that, according to the American Optometric Association, “An estimated 125 million Americans suffer from what is now commonly referred to as…computer-vision syndrome.” Optometrist Jeffrey Anschel, O.D., pointed out that while “[t]he eye focuses on the hard edge of [...]