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Conversations with patients has revealed that there is a lack of understanding about what an Optometrist is able detect during a standard eye examination.  When presented with an opportunity to

You may be thinking “the summer just started, and Sight Care is talking about getting the kids ready for school?”.  Trust us, it is never too early to start preparing

We have people visiting our clinics to have their glasses adjusted.  Some require minor adjustments just because of wear and tear and others require extensive adjustments.  We believe it is

The Canadian Ophthalmological Society has designated June as Cataracts Awareness Month.  Cataracts are a reality for many people over 60 years of age, but the changes in the eye lens

There has been a significant amount of research and development on specialty lenses over the last 10 years.  There are so many options that it is very difficult for a

As spring arrives, people are going to experience seasonal allergy symptoms.  For some, this means itchy, watery eyes and discomfort.  There are a few ways to prevent these issues and

We are having an increased number of people asking for “anti-fatigue” glasses.  Anti-fatigue glasses are also known as computer glasses.  They are lenses designed to reduce eye strain and discomfort

Our eyes change as we progress through different life stages.  Some people will find they don’t need glasses at all until they reach their senior years.  Others will require prescription

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye condition that affects the macula, the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision. It is the leading cause of

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, typically due to increased pressure within the eye. It’s a leading cause of blindness worldwide, often progressing slowly

In our last post, we discussed the impact of smoking on your eyesight.  In this post, we will discuss the impact of drinking alcohol on your eyesight. Moderate alcohol consumption is