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Protect Your Eyes: Tips for Preventing Sunscreen from Getting in Your Eyes
Have you ever accidentally gotten sunscreen in your eyes? If so, Dr. Peter Charron, an Optometrist in Bellingham Washington explains how to prevent and manage exposure of sunscreen to the eyes.
Peter Charron
Jun 32 min read


Clear Vision for a Bright Future: Observing Cataract Awareness Month
Discover how Cataracts impact vision and explore prevention tips during Cataract Awareness Month. Visit us at 1151 Ellis Street, Bellingham.
Peter Charron
Jun 2, 20232 min read


Toxic "Forever Chemicals" Found in Contact Lenses: What You Should Know.
Discover the risks of toxic "forever chemicals" in contact lenses. Learn how contact lens safety is crucial for eye health. Visit us in Bellingham!
Peter Charron
May 26, 20233 min read


My child has a "lazy eye" (Amblyopia) PART 2: What can I do besides "patching"?
Last week in Part 1 of this series, I provided some background on what Amblyopia ("lazy eye") is and how it's commonly treated by...
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20204 min read


My child has a "lazy eye" (Amblyopia). Is an eye patch really needed? PART 1
Maybe you stumbled on this post because you are an adult living with amblyopia. Or maybe you have a child who was recently diagnosed with...
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20203 min read


Do Kids Need An Eye Exam, Or Is The School Screening Enough?
School success requires much more than what a school vision screening can cover. Eye exams are needed to check how a child uses their eyes.
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20203 min read


Four Fatal Diseases That That Your Optometrist Can Detect During Your Eye Exam.
Your Optometrist checks for much more than just your prescription during your eye exam! Here are 4 fatal problems that can be detected.
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20202 min read


Why Should I Take My Contacts Out Before Showering? And What Will Happen If I Leave Them In?
Nike says... "Just Do It." That's often good advice but you just have to remember what "It" is. Showering with contact lenses on is risky...
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20203 min read


What The Numbers On Your Glasses Prescription Mean. All You Need To Know (Pictures & Videos).
This post will teach you all you need to know about the numbers on your prescription. Sphere, cylinder and axis.
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20205 min read


ATTENTION TEACHERS & TEAMSTERS
If you are a public school teacher or a teamster, you probably have NBN vision benefits. Make sure you use it to get your eyes checked!
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20202 min read


A Poor Diet Leads To Blindness
Can poor eating habits make you go blind? Yes! Nutritional Optic Neuropathy is an eye and brain disease caused by vitamin deficiencies or
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20203 min read


Charron Eye Center: Optometrist who takes Eyemed in Bellingham
Dr. Peter Charron, optometrist in Bellingham at Northwest Vision Development Center is now an Eyemed Provider.
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20201 min read


I Need To See Um The Ophtha... No Opto... Forget it. The "Eye" Doctor!
Learn the difference between the 3 eye professionals: Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, and Optician and where to go for your eye care needs.
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20202 min read


Are You Blind To The Benefits Of Eye Exams?
Optometrists are like detectives - solving the crimes committed against the eyes and the even the body. How important are eye exams?
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20202 min read


Do We Need Eye Doctors Anymore?
Find out what is the difference between online sight tests, and eye exams at the optometrist's office?
Peter Charron
Nov 29, 20202 min read
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