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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 usually begin around age 40.  While surgery is successful in repairing the damage, they can be prevented in some cases. Preventing cataracts involves adopting several […]

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 consumer to choose the most appropriate option.  In this post we will talk about a few things to consider. For some people, they only require

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 many ways that you can relieve the symptoms when experienced. Treating eye allergies typically involves a combination of preventive measures, lifestyle changes, and medications. Here’s

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 caused by prolonged exposure to digital screens, such as computers, smartphones, and tablets. These glasses typically have lenses with special coatings that filter out blue

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 lenses early in their childhood.  The prescription lenses you need can vary depending on your age and any changes in your vision. Here’s a general

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 vision loss in people over 50 years old. AMD typically occurs in two forms: Dry AMD: This is the more common form, accounting for about

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 and without noticeable symptoms until significant vision loss occurs. There are several types of glaucoma, but the most common is called primary open-angle glaucoma. In

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 generally not considered harmful to eye health. However, excessive and chronic alcohol consumption can lead to various eye-related problems. The Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and

There are many factors that can impact your eyesight, including genetic predisposition, overall health status, and activities we choose to participate in. Over the next 2 posts, we will discuss two choices that can impact your eyesight, namely smoking and drinking alcohol. Let’s start with smoking. Smoking can have various negative effects on your eyesight and overall

Our practice has been seeing an increasing number of children who have much higher prescriptions than what we have historically seen.  One of significant factors in the degradation of visual acuity is screen time.  In this post, we will discuss how much screen time is appropriate for children of different ages and how to ensure