The ins and outs of how screen time affects children’s eyes Believe it or not, back to school season will soon be upon us. In the summe...
The ins and outs of colour deficiency, including what causes it, and how it can be treated. There are at least 1.7 million Canadians who see colour...
The ins and outs of dry eye disease Did you know that dry eye disease impacts about 30% of Canadians? It’s no wonder there’s a whole mo...
Promising new studies show a link between gut health and eye health We’ve already explored how our eyes can serve as a window into our overal...
What’s happening in your brain and eyes when you see stars? Whether you abruptly bump your head, stand up too fast, faint, or experience a...
When to wear contact lenses—and when to opt for good-old glasses. If you depend on glasses to see every day, mixing contact lenses into your...
The positive and negative impacts of sun exposure on the eyes Summer is fast approaching, which means exposure to the sun is about to surge for mos...
There are supplements that can protect your ocular health Just as eating certain foods can bolster your eyes, there are also supplements you can t...
Bad habits that hinder eye health On a daily basis, optometrists treat patients who experience eye issues that can often be easily avoided. There...
Did you know that eye scans can provide essential information about your heart health? The age-old adage that the eyes are the window to the soul h...
Women are more likely to develop eye disease than men. We’re explaining why—and how women can best prevent ocular issues. Did you know...
Welcome to the first day of spring—otherwise known as the start of allergy season. Indeed, a sure-fire sign that winter is officially over is th...
Vision-boosting foods It turns out, the saying “you are what you eat” is relevant to your eyes, too. Simply put, how you feed your bod...
The world of optometry is full of words and phrases that are not part of most people’s everyday language. Many optometry terms are rooted in Lat...
Physical activity is important for a plethora of reasons, not the least of which is that it helps to maintain optimal eye health. We all know the i...