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Pink eye has a habit of spreading rapidly, causing inflamed and irritated eyes. Many see pink eye as a minor inconvenience at best, but do you need to see an eye doctor for it? Continue reading to learn more about pink eye, including the different forms of this condition and if you need to see […]
Is your child suddenly having trouble concentrating at school? Or maybe you’ve noticed that your child needs to squint just to focus on the TV. These are just two of the many signs that your child may be suffering from a vision problem and needs glasses. Both children and parents can have trouble identifying the […]
So, you want to change up your look. Coloured contacts are a relatively easy and inexpensive way to update your look without making a permanent change. But are coloured contacts safe? Well, it entirely depends on your eye health, what type of coloured contacts you buy and where you buy them from. What are Coloured […]
If you spend hours on your computer, tired, strained eyes may feel like a common part of life, but these are common symptoms of digital eye strain (or computer vision syndrome). While not an immediate emergency, this condition can be irritating and disrupt your daily life. There are several ways to prevent and relieve your […]
No matter what kind of doctor you’re going to see, filling out your family history is usually part of your first visit. In my experience, patients seem to think we only need to know about a family history of eye issues. Don’t get me wrong; you should always tell your optometrist about any eye diseases […]
Your eyes are very delicate and vulnerable organs. Touching them or rubbing them could cause injuries, infections, and even worse! Take a look at this infographic to find out how you could get sick from just touching your eyes. […]
School is back in, which means your child is back to relying heavily on their vision all day. For kids to do their best in school, they need comfortable, secure, and hard-wearing eyewear. I’ve put together this infographic to help you ensure your child has the best possible eyewear for the school year. […]
COVID-19 has certainly changed the way we live day-to-day. One prominent example is online schooling. Many families who never really considered online schooling for their kids now find themselves sending children off to digital classrooms. Among the many potential complications of online learning are the potential risks that full days of screen use could pose […]
Every summer, you hear the same thing: protect your eyes with sunglasses. It’s not just about comfort. It’s about filtering out harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun. Wearing sunglasses that offer 100%UVA and UVB protection could save you from cataracts, AMD, and other eye issues. But of course, not all sunglasses are created equal. And […]
More and more, doctors are prescribing daily contact lenses to their patients. But what are the benefits of daily disposables? And maybe, more importantly, are there any drawbacks? I’ve put together this infographic to explore that very topic. […]
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