Approximately 30% of Canadians are myopic, and that number continues to rise. While myopia affects […]
Colour blindness: an overview
The world is full of colour. Life is permeated by vivid and brilliant colours, and […]
Why it’s important to wear sunglasses in the winter
Sunglasses are usually seen as a summer accessory, along with hats and sunscreen. But, just […]
2019 Prescription Eyewear Trends
New year, new glasses! (Right?) But before you head out to buy your new glasses […]
Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness; in Canada alone, there are over […]
Diabetes and your eyes
If you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, you’ve likely been told that you […]
Introducing the Dry Eye Clinic
A note: if this post looks familiar to you and you’re a newsletter subscriber, that’s […]
Vision Coverage: What is Covered by Alberta Health?
Here is a brief overview of Alberta Health’s vision coverage. Children Alberta Health covers one […]
Five ways your glasses prescription can change rapidly
Diabetes This is probably the most common cause of temporary prescription changes. In general, if […]
Children’s Vision Issues
While children may have symptoms that can indicate a vision or eye health problem, it’s also possible for vision issues to be asymptomatic. In these cases, the only way to detect them would be through a comprehensive eye health exam. […]
