How to Read Your Eye Prescription

The abbreviations, numbers, and plus (+) or minus (-) signs on your eye prescription have different meanings depending on how well you see. They can also change as you age. Here’s what they mean.
Is There a Connection Between Styes and Stress?
Styes can develop when the oil-producing gland in your eyelid becomes infected with bacteria. Stress can lower your immunity, which may be the connection.
Who Is at Risk of a Detached Retina?
Family medical history and preexisting health conditions are among the many risk factors for retinal detachment. I’m at high risk thanks to several factors, and it makes me nervous.