Your Eye Health Blog

According to a recent survey, 90% of Albertans experience symptoms associated with dry eye. The burning, irritating sensation caused by dry eye can interfere with your workday and your after-work life. Many dry eye sufferers seek out eye drops as an easy way to relieve their symptoms. But, do eye drops really relieve dry eye?…

One of the most significant roles for a parent is keeping their child safe from harm, and helping them grow and develop healthily. But how much do you know about protecting your little one’s eyes? Children’s visual health is an important piece of their development, especially when they hit their school years. Roughly 80% of…

When you have dry eyes, how do you know what is causing them? The symptoms of dry eyes are similar to allergic conjunctivitis, a form of eye inflammation caused by allergies. These conditions have similar symptoms, but they have different causes and require different treatments.  If you have allergies and experience dry eyes, what is…

Your baby is constantly growing and changing. From taking their first steps to learning their first words, your baby is rapidly developing, and their visual system is no different.  Your child’s visual development is important for their eye health and plays a large role in their mental and physical development. A healthy visual system allows…

There are many different eye conditions someone can experience and many can emerge in childhood. They typically require an optometrist’s care and regular eye exams are important for diagnosing any potential problems. Learn more about common eye problems in infants, toddlers, and children below.  Common Eye Problems in Children  Refractive Errors  Refractive errors are a…

When was the last time you had a headache or heavy eyes at the end of a long day of work? Before you change your prescription, you should become familiar with the symptoms of computer vision syndrome (AKA digital eye strain). To protect your eyes from this common condition, it is important to understand the…

Between the growing presence of digital entertainment, the cold winter weather, and the pandemic, our kids are spending more time inside than ever. In fact, one UK study found that today’s children spend approximately half as much time outside as their parents did when they were children. There are lots of reasons for this, and…