Grand Eye Care - Richmond, TX

01/04/2026

Medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide (often used for type 2 diabetes and weight loss) are growing in popularity—but researchers are keeping a close eye on their safety.

A new study looked at more than 159,000 people and found a possible link between these medications and a rare eye condition called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION), which affects vision.

Talk to your doctor if you’re on these medications and have any changes in your vision.

Read more: https://bit.ly/45vkvMt

01/04/2026

Did you know your eyes can reveal clues about your overall health? The new Eyes on Health Study is collecting eye images from 5,000 participants to explore how eye health connects to conditions like heart disease and diabetes. It’s part of the NIH’s All of Us Research Program to help advance personalized medicine for everyone.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4996K7m

01/02/2026

Happy New Year! We’re wishing you and yours all of the best in 2026; we hope it brings with it clear vision, joy and health. May the new year bring you optimism, good fortune and hope. Here’s to a bright and beautiful 2026!

12/26/2025

12/25/2025

The holidays should be joyful, not stressful! If you or someone you know is living with vision loss, here are some helpful tips for a happier season:

✨ Plan alternate routes for shopping and visiting
✨ Reach out when feeling lonely—connection matters!
✨ Let go of perfection and embrace change

Check out these tips for a happier holiday:

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12/19/2025

Need some gift-giving inspo? Don’t miss this list of gifts for people with .

From tactile coloring books to talking kitchen scales, there’s something here for people of all ages.

Everyone on your list deserves the perfect gift! Find more ideas from the : https://bit.ly/459ZbvO

12/19/2025

Protect your little one’s precious peepers! 👀🎁

Before you check out that cart full of holiday goodies, check out these tips for buying eye-safe gifts for children.

Avoid toys with sharp parts that stick out, only buy toys meant for their age, and watch out for kids while they play.

Read more, so you can shop with confidence: https://bit.ly/3YhxGgl

12/10/2025

Contact Grand Eye Care to utilize your HSA or FSA funds, enhancing both your well-being and visual clarity. Call 832-224-2667 to book your appointment today.

12/08/2025

Do you know how can affect your eyes?

Call the FREE -blindness Eye Health Audio Library to learn how to protect your sight and get ready for eye exams – available anytime in English and Spanish!

📞1-833-998-5850
✅ Doctor-approved
✅ Easy to understand
✅ Confidential and available 24/7

You can use the library with voice commands or texting, too.

So don’t wait. If you have questions about diabetes and your eye health, call today.

12/03/2025

December 1−5 is . Be sure to remind your family how important handwashing is to avoid common eye conditions like . Learn more with this resource from CDC: https://brnw.ch/21wY0lS

11/29/2025

: Good news! Vision loss isn’t just “part of getting older” – there’s a lot you can do to protect your eyesight.

Whether enjoying your grandchildren’s smiles or reading a good book, there are plenty of benefits to protecting your vision health as you get older.

This , check out NEI resources like videos, fact sheets, and social media posts with info on how you can protect your vision as you get older.

To get started, visit https://brnw.ch/21wXN05

11/29/2025

Obesity isn’t just about weight, it’s a chronic disease that increases the risk of type 2 diabetes. This , learn how understanding your health can lead to lasting change. Get wellness tips and stay connected with our obesity work. Sign up for our monthly email at bit.ly/3LMqR2Z.