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A female optician checking to see if the female patient's glasses are sitting on her face correctly

Eye Care, Eyeglasses • May 1, 2024

Why You Should Buy Glasses From Your Optometrist

Optometrists and opticians play a pivotal role in not just helping us see better but in ensuring the health and well-being of our eyes. This extends to providing quality eyeglasses for prescription wear. Purchasing your glasses from your optometrist provides patients with expert advice, quality assurance, high customer care, and insurance ease. Getting your glasses…

A close-up of an assortment of multivitamin capsules and tablets. Atop of them is a mint leaf.

Eye Care • February 26, 2024

Which Vitamins Should I Take for Dry Eye?

Dry eyes can be more than just a temporary inconvenience. For many, it's a persistent issue that affects everyday life. With countless treatments and suggestions out there, trying to find a solution that works for you can feel overwhelming. In some cases, a good place to start is by speaking with an optometrist about making…

A woman sitting on her couch with her laptop on her lap, and she is also rubbing her eyes with her hand due to eye strain

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • December 1, 2023

How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

Eye strain is a common problem that arises from the prolonged use of digital screens like smartphones, laptops, and other electronic devices. It's becoming more prevalent as we navigate this modern digital age and can affect people's lives adversely. Eye strain can cause discomfort, fatigue, headaches, and difficulty focusing. The duration of eye strain varies…

Eye Care • November 2, 2023

What Happens During a Children’s Eye Exam?

As parents, we all want our children to be healthy and happy. Part of supporting their well-being is taking care of their vision. Children rely on their vision to learn and grow, but young children may be unable to tell us if they have vision problems, making regular eye exams crucial. During a children’s eye…

A comparison of a woman's healthy eye and a woman's visibly dry and red eye

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • October 26, 2023

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?

Have you ever woken up with blurry vision and wondered why? It could be that your dry eyes are to blame. Dry eye is a common and often chronic condition. It’s characterized by decreased tear production and can result in symptoms such as blurred vision, burning eyes, heavy eyelids, redness, stringy mucus discharge, or a…

Young professional having a head ache after hours of computer screen exposure

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • April 27, 2023

Can Eye Strain Cause Headaches?

In the modern age of online meetings and endless screen work, digital eye strain affects many people. Blurry vision, tired eyes, and muscle strain are all hallmarks of the condition, but can it also be blamed for your headaches? Eye strain can manifest as a dull pain or headache behind the eyes. Using all the…

A baby with crossed eyes present is playing with a few different rattles and toys made for babies

Eye Care, Vision Therapy • April 4, 2023

How Do Babies Get Crossed Eyes?

As parents, you always want the best for your children. But, in those young years, things change fast. That includes their eyes. One of the best things you can do for your children's health is to ensure they get an eye exam early. The Canadian Association of Optometrists suggests babies should get their first eye…

A woman drinking a glass of water to keep herself from dehydrating

Eye Care, Eye Conditions and Diseases • March 15, 2023

Can Dehydration Cause Dry Eyes?

Many people know that dehydration is when your body loses more water than it takes in. But did you know that dehydration can also affect your eye health and vision? A common sign of dehydration is thirst and a dry mouth. But dehydration can also cause dry eyes. Dry eye symptoms can include irritation, foreign…

Eye Care, Myopia Management • September 19, 2022

Myopia vs. Astigmatism: What’s the Difference?

Our eyes are wonderful, interesting, and intricate! While our eyes are growing as children, they may develop irregularities, like myopia or astigmatism. Attending regularly scheduled eye exams is the best way to determine if you or your child has myopia or astigmatism. While both refractive errors are similar and can cause blurry vision, there are…

Eye Care • June 7, 2022

Can Playing Video Games Damage Your Eyes?

Can Playing Video Games Damage Your Eyes? The video gaming industry started in the 1980s and has since hit the masses, with Canada becoming the third-largest globally. Video gaming isn't just for the younger generation. In 2020 alone, the 61% of Canadians who play have an average age of 34. There is no doubt that…

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