Dr. Leah Heitmeier Eyecare & Assoc.

04/01/2026

Women's Eye Health and Safety Month!
Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month is observed in April to create awareness around women being more susceptible to issues with their eyesight and having a higher risk of permanently losing their sight compared to men. As such, creating awareness of this fact and taking the necessary steps to prevent exposure to such risk is critical - Learn more here about the fascinating human eye, tips to protect your vision, eye health FAQs, interesting eye facts and more!

Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month is a means of creating awareness of the fact that women are more likely to suffer vision problems than men.

03/29/2026

8 Reasons Your Contacts Can Cause Red Eyes:
If you develop red eyes while wearing contact lenses, consider it a warning sign. Red eyes from contacts may mean you are simply wearing them too much and need a break for a while. But it could also signal allergies, improper lens hygiene, or more serious issues like keratitis.
Learn what causes red eyes when wearing contact lenses and when it may be time to consult a professional.

Learn what causes red eyes when wearing contact lenses and when it may be time to consult your optometrist or ophthalmologist.

03/17/2026

May good luck be with you today and always!

03/16/2026

It's Save Your Vision Month!
Save Your Vision Month serves as a reminder to take care of your vision. As life becomes more digital, the intense glare from screens, blue light, and more cause strain on our eyes. Show your eyes some love and schedule your appointments for vision exams and take precautions to protect your eyes - Here are some tips on how...

During Save Your Vision Month, learn the best tips to protect and improve your vision.

03/07/2026

Optometrists, Ophthalmologists, and Opticians: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever had to search for an eye care doctor, you’re likely aware that there are several types of eye specialists. Optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians are all professionals who specialize in eye care.

In this article, we’ll explore the differences between all three and discuss how to choose the best eye care professional for your needs...

Optometrist vs. ophthalmologist: Either one can help with your eye health. We help clarify which eye care professional you need.

02/26/2026

Nearsightedness vs. Farsightedness: Which Do You Have?
Nearsightedness is clearly seeing objects up close, while objects in the distance are blurry. The opposite is true of farsightedness, with which objects far away are more clear than objects up close, although vision can be blurry at all ranges.

Nearsightedness vs. Farsightedness - Learn more here...

Nearsightedness is clearly seeing objects up close, while objects in the distance are blurry. The opposite is true of farsightedness, with which objects far away are more clear than objects up close, although vision can be blurry at all ranges. Learn other differences.

02/19/2026

It's AMD Awareness Month!
AMD Awareness Month was established to raise awareness about the national prevalence and impact of age-related macular degeneration. Macular Degeneration is one of the leading causes of vision loss in the United States and around the world.

Protect your vision, Stay informed - Read on for healthy living tips, the latest information, and ways to honor those touched by macular disease... https://bit.ly/4aqBgvt

02/13/2026

New Glasses Headache: Causes and Prevention Tactics...
Headaches caused by a new eyeglass prescription are common. Usually, they go away within a few days as your eyes adjust to your new prescription. There are some concerns you should rule out, however, as well as headache prevention tactics to try.

Learn more here...

Headaches caused by a new eyeglass prescription are common. Usually, they go away within a few days as your eyes adjust to your new prescription. There are some concerns you should rule out, however, as well as headache prevention tactics to try.

02/06/2026

Chronic Dry Eye with Contact Lenses: Causes and Treatment...
Dry eye is a common problem for contact wearers. Chronic dry eye is caused by lack of tears or tears without enough oil. This can cause contact lenses to be painful. But treatments are available if you have chronic dry eye and need contact lenses.

Here's what you should know...

Dry eye is a common problem for contact wearers. Here's what you should know before you use any over-the-counter solution or remedy.

01/31/2026

Just got new glasses? It might feel odd for a couple of days, but that feeling will go away the more you wear them. Here’s how you can adjust to new glasses faster...

Just got new glasses? It might feel odd for a couple of days, but that feeling will go away the more you wear them. Here’s how you can adjust to new glasses faster.

01/26/2026

How to Read Your Eyeglass Prescription:
If you have less than perfect vision, you might be wondering how to read your glasses prescription. There are a variety of numbers, terms, and symbols on the prescription, and it can be difficult to know what they mean.

Read on to learn how to decipher an eyeglass prescription

Learn how to read your eyeglass prescription, including what the terms, abbreviations, numbers, and symbols mean.