Just as fall allergy season has finally come to an end, we’re now faced with potentially new problems when it comes to eye health. Winter is upo...
Everything You Need to Know About Diabetic Eye Disease November is National Diabetes Awareness month, an important time to shed light on diab...
On November 7, we set our clocks back an hour for daylight savings 2021. By doing so, we gained an extra 60 minutes of sunlight, and gained an hour of...
’Tis the season of pumpkin spice lattes, knit sweaters, and—unfortunately—rampant allergies. Seasonal sniffles are starting up again...
Thanksgiving is fast-approaching, and we’ve got turkey—and all the fixings—on the brain. We don’t know about you, but as soon...
If you're one of the millions of Canadians who wear eyeglasses or contact lenses, chances are you've considered getting laser eye surgery at s...
As we’ve all learned lately, our health is paramount—and eye health is no exception. That’s why having a yearly eye examination is c...
According to the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB), 75% of all vision loss can be treated or prevented if caught on time. Unfortunately...
According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists, over 25% of school-age children experience vision problems, with studies showing a di...
Research from Harvard has indicated that docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), the most complex form of omega-3 from fish oil, may protect people from loss...
A short escape to the wilderness is (we think) a necessity when you’re living the bustling city life. But before you pack the car, it’s im...
Beach season is here! And as you take part in fun water activities this summer, it’s good to be mindful of hazards that could lead to eye infect...
In the simplest terms, UV radiation is invisible energy expelled by the sun. Our bodies need it to synthesize vitamin D and endorphins in the skin, an...
Nystagmus is an eye disorder that results in rapid involuntary eye movements of one or both eyes. It is sometimes incorrectly described as “danc...
It’s Cataracts Awareness month, a time to get familiar with both the common and lesser-known facts about the disease. The good news is that comm...