For vision care reasons, it's best to watch television from at least 6-8 feet away, and from a sitting position rather than lying down. The radiation from a TV is not dangerous as such, but watching from too close can invite eyestrain, which can lead to headaches and more serious problems.

Finding a new vision care specialist may seem a daunting task, but as with most everything you should start by networking with friends, family, and coworkers in order to build a list of potential options. Once you have at least three good recommendations, pay them each a visit.

In most cases, all the vision care you need can be found in one location. Often, opticians and optometrists band together to offer you their services, and it's not unusual to find an ophthalmologist (an MD specializing in the eyes) closely associated with them, too.