Do your glasses feel like they’re not helping as much as they used to? Maybe your eyes are tired, watery, or blurry—especially after long days on screens. The problem might not be your glasses at all. You could be dealing with dry eye disease, a common condition that affects how your eyes stay lubricated and […]
Genetics play an important role in the way our eyes develop and function. Just as you may inherit your hair colour or height from your parents, you can also inherit traits that influence your eye health. Some genetic factors affect simple things like eye colour, while others can increase the likelihood of developing conditions such […]
Before scheduling an eye exam, you may be curious about how long the process takes. After all, you have a busy life and want to make sure that you can fit a comprehensive eye exam into your schedule. While the duration of an eye exam can vary depending on your specific vision and eye care […]
If your eyes hurt after a long day on the computer, you may wonder how long this irritation lasts. Is the rest of your day ruined, or can you relieve this discomfort? Thankfully, eye strain doesn’t normally mean you need to visit your eye doctor. Eye strain can last around an hour or more based […]
As a parent, it’s important to ensure your child’s vision is healthy. One way to do this is by scheduling regular eye exams. Children’s eyes constantly change as they grow. So a regular eye exam can diagnose vision problems early before they cause permanent damage. The Canadian Association of Optometrists suggests school-age children have an […]
Sometimes, accidental eye injuries happen that result in permanent damage. Or perhaps a condition develops that leaves someone with vision problems that eyeglasses or contacts cannot correct. A person may find it difficult to perform simple daily tasks in situations like this. Fortunately, technology is available nowadays to assist people with low vision. With these […]
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