Eye Exams

Using a Snellen chart, a mature patient's visual acuity is measured by their optometrist during their routine eye exam.

Eye Exams, Myopia • October 1, 2024

What Does 20/40 Vision Mean?

Our visual acuity determines how clear and sharp we see the world around us. High visual acuity allows individuals to perceive fine details, which is helpful for tasks that require precision. The numbers in visual acuity measurements represent a ratio. The first number is the distance you see an object clearly, while the second is…

A young boy smiling during his vision assessment at his routine eye exam.

Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles • July 3, 2024

Are Children’s Eye Exams Free in Alberta?

Visiting your optometrist for comprehensive eye exams is a valuable tool in caring for vision and eye health. The Province of Alberta recognizes this importance, which is why comprehensive eye exams are covered once a year for children until they turn 19 years old. Importance of Comprehensive Eye Exams The importance of comprehensive eye exams…

A young girl with her left hand covering her left eye while performing a Snellen vision test.

Eye Exams • June 12, 2024

How Much Is an Eye Exam in Calgary?

Eye Exams Are Health Care Eye care is an essential part of health care as eye exams assess more than your vision. Optometrists can detect many health conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and brain tumours, during routine eye exams. Children’s eye exams help monitor visual development, giving your child the best chance for lifelong…

A woman rubbing her eyes after using her laptop for an extended period.

Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles, Eye Strain • April 19, 2024

How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

Our lives often centre around screens in our digital age—we wake up to the soft glow of our phones, spend the day in front of computer monitors, and wind down with a favourite show on the TV or laptop. But there can be a hidden cost with this dependency on digital devices. Digital eye strain…

View from behind a patient's head as he sits in a chair and looks at a Snellen chart as directed by the optometrist

Eye Exams • March 1, 2024

How Long Does an Eye Exam Take?

Eye exams remain a crucial part of our healthcare routines, yet many people tend to push them off. Sometimes this happens because we are busy and we are unsure if we have the time to stop and give our eyes the care they deserve. Naturally, knowing the length of an eye exam can help you…

A senior woman smiling at the camera while having an eye exam with an optometrist.

Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles, Insurance • January 10, 2024

Are Eye Exams Free for Seniors in Alberta?

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…

A happy optometrist attentively listening to her senior patient

Eye Exams • October 31, 2023

Are Eye Exams Covered by Alberta Health?

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…

A close-up of two eyes. The eye in the left has cataracts and the one on the right is healthy

Eye Conditions, Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles • July 17, 2023

What Are the First Signs of Cataracts?

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…

A close-up of an eye of a senior man with glaucoma.

Eye Conditions, Eye Exams • May 10, 2023

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

An eye disease like glaucoma can affect anyone. Still, risk factors such as genetics and age can increase your chances of developing it. Plus, it typically presents with very few symptoms in the early stages—depending on which type develops. This is one of the many reasons that it is so important to get regular comprehensive…

a toddler sits on his mothers lap while having an eye exam done by an optometrist

Eye Exams, Eye Health Articles • August 22, 2022

When Should Children Have Their First Eye Exam

Learning at school is heavily done through visual tools. Because of this, vision problems can play a significant role in learning problems. It’s important to book your child's eye exam to detect early vision issues, such as myopia. Most vision problems do not have easily recognizable symptoms, and the signs presented can be confused with…