Your Eye Health

The beauty of technology is that it literally never stops changing. It seems that with every year, technological innovation alters every facet of life in one way or another. Whether it's through the use of devices to control the lights, music, and thermostat settings in our homes, or the environmentally-friendly…

Despite the phenomenal leaps we are making every year in biological science and technology, the human eye is still irreplaceable. However, could corneal implants represent one future of vision correction by replacing reading glasses? As you crest 40 years old, you become an easier target for presbyopia, the age-induced condition…

Digital eye strain is all the rage these days. It seems like everyone is getting on board the digital eye strain bandwagon, and with up to 70% of Albertans experiencing the symptoms of digital eye strain, it’s no wonder that this fun, family-friendly condition is gaining popularity. The best part…

It is no secret that Alberta has a very dusty and dry climate – especially when it comes to winters.  Dry eye is a common symptom in Alberta’s climate.  Here are a few pointers to help ease the pain of dry eye in our dry and dusty climate: Artificial Tears Artificial…

Among all the creatures in the animal kingdom, humans are the most well-adapted to life on Earth. We have thrived as we have evolved, and we can thank the amazing evolution of our eyes for helping us to witness the transformation. Our eyes, though not necessarily the most sharp, discerning,…