Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is a common refractive error. It causes nearby objects to be clear but blurrier the further they get from the eye. For adults with myopia, you may wonder: can myopia be reversed? Or is it permanent? Myopia can’t be naturally reversed. However, it can be effectively treated with eyeglasses, contact […]
Under the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP), seniors aged 65 or older are eligible for 1 comprehensive eye exam every 12 months. But an important note is that although the exam itself is covered, additional tests to help screen for macular degeneration, glaucoma, and retinal diseases, and any additional needs, such as prescription glasses […]
Vision therapy can be a great tool to help treat a wide range of vision and eye problems. It’s like physical therapy, but for the eyes—it trains the visual system to work properly. It can be helpful for issues like lazy eye, crossed eyes, and many different learning difficulties that children experience. But as a […]
A large number of Canadians are regularly dealing with the uncomfortable symptoms of dry eye. Not only can dry eye cause blurriness, but it can also cause a range of symptoms, including feeling like something is in your eye, red eyes, stinging or burning sensations, and excessive tearing. Some dry eye symptoms, such as redness […]
As much as we care about our physical health, our eyes also require special attention. Regular eye exams are essential to keep our vision clear, but they do so much more than that—they can also help identify potential sight-threatening eye diseases and other health issues. As an Albertan, you may wonder whether your provincial health […]
Receiving an eyeglass prescription can be both a relief and a new challenge. In some cases, prescription glasses can restore clear vision, while others may provide an unnoticeable change. If you have just received your first prescription, you may wonder—do I need glasses with this prescription? Ultimately, the decision to start wearing glasses is not […]
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Cataracts are a prevalent issue in vision care, particularly among older adults. While they can be a natural part of aging, they are not any less disruptive to your overall health. They can lead to blindness and are already a reality for over 2.5 million Canadians. As we age, the eye’s lens starts to yellow […]
Dry eye can be a frustrating condition, but it’s also common. You don’t have to live with symptoms like a dry, gritty feeling in your eyes. Of course, there are professional dry eye treatments available, but many people also wonder if there are supplements that can help with dry eyes. The supplements and vitamins that […]
Experiencing objects floating in our vision, or the sudden appearance of lights, can be alarming. With that being said, these occurrences are usually harmless. The sensation of floating specs, dots, or lines in your vision are called floaters. The sudden appearance of flashing lights are called flashes. What are Flashes & Floaters in Eyes? Although […]
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Despite being so small, our eyes are powerful machines. If your vision is blurry or fuzzy and you or your child come in for an eye exam, there’s a good chance you’ll discover you have a refractive error. A refractive error is a broad category of conditions in which the eye cannot clearly focus light, […]
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