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Meet, Dr. Jennifer Peek!

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Cookeville Eye Specialists is pleased to welcome Jennifer LeAnn Peek, OD  , who is a board-certified optometrist with over two and a half decades of practice, specializing in the treatment of a wide range of eye diseases, including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetes, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome.  Dr. Peek earned her Bachelor of Science degree…

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March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month

Eye Health

March is designated as Workplace Eye Wellness Month by the Prevent Blindness organization, a time when we focus on promoting eye health and safety in the workplace. We want to share some tips that can help protect your eyes whether you work in an office or outside. Our aim is to raise awareness about the…

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What is a Cataract?

Eye Health

What is a Cataract? A cataract is a dense, cloudy area that forms in the eye’s lens. A cataract begins when proteins in the eye form clumps that prevent the lens from sending clear images to the retina. The retina converts the light that comes through the lens into signals. It sends the signals to…

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Have a Good Night’s Sleep and Reduce the Blue Light!

Eye Health

The blue light from your digital devices may prevent you from falling asleep and having a quality night’s sleep. You may have experienced trouble falling asleep after staring at your phone or other digital devices before bedtime. The blue light from your digital devices keeps you up and stimulates you to wake up, whether from…

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What Do Your Eyes Reveal About Your Heart?

Eye Health

February often brings thoughts of heart-shaped candies and heart-themed décor for Valentine’s Day, but more importantly, it should make you think about your heart health, too! February is Heart Health Month, a time to focus on heart health and disease prevention. However, many don’t realize that the eyes and heart are not just connected but…

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February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month

Eye Health

February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about a condition that impacts millions of lives. We want to highlight the importance of eye health and encourage everyone to prioritize their vision. Join the movement to spread knowledge and support those affected by AMD! What is Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?…

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Did You Know Stress Can Be a Strain on Your Eyes?

Eye Health

Stress is one factor that affects most people in our busy lives, and health conditions from stress are common. However, did you know that stress can also affect your eyes? When life feels too busy or demanding, your eyes can pay the price like the rest of your body during those emotionally difficult times. Below…

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Good Habits to Adopt For Healthy Eyes

Eye Health

From the moment you wake up to the moment you close your eyes to sleep, your eyes play an essential role in your ability to navigate the world. As your body ages, so will your eyesight change. Some changes are driven by heredity, and the elements of our environment exacerbate others. Without healthy eyes, your…

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Say Goodbye to Winter Dry Eyes

Eye Health

As we enter the winter season, it’s vital to understand the widespread issue of dry eyes. Cold, harsh winter winds, dry outdoor air, and indoor heating all contribute to this condition. These abrupt atmospheric changes lead to moisture evaporation inside your eyes, as your tear glands struggle to produce fluid quickly enough to maintain the…

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January is Glaucoma Awareness Month

Eye Health

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a necessary time to spread the word about this sight-stealing disease. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that gradually steal sight without warning and is the leading cause of irreversible blindness. The most common forms of glaucoma primarily affect the middle-aged and the elderly, but glaucoma can affect people…

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