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...
This Canadian Men’s Health Week, we’re keeping men’s physical health—especially eye health—top of mind! While most co...
As we head into hot summer days and we’re spending more time outdoors, it’s important to be mindful of our body temperature. Heatstroke ca...
More than 2.5 million Canadians are currently living with cataracts. A disease often associated with ageing generations, it can cause significant...
It’s hard to determine what might be triggering your seasonal allergies when you’re indoors. Your home is clean, you have no pets, and the...
When it comes to our overall health, our bodies use symptoms to let us know there's a problem. Unfortunately, most eye conditions or diseases are...
Have you ever wondered why seasonal allergy symptoms such as dry itchy eyes or eye pain sometimes affect you indoors? It could be due to the air quali...
As we make our way through the second year of what has been a tumultuous time, it is more important than ever to discuss how mental health can affect...
Whether it’s taking small steps to make your home more eye-friendly or booking a comprehensive eye exam with your optometrist each year, prevent...