2-4 week waiting period, but your situation may require a different approach.
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How Long to Wait Between Cataract Surgery on Each Eye
Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?
When your eyes aren’t properly hydrated, this can lead to strain. Your entire visual system needs to work harder to keep itself protected. That strain can create tension, which might result in headaches. It’s a frustrating cycle, but with proper care, you can take steps to find relief.
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Significant Changes to Eye Care Coverage
Earlier this month the Alberta Government announced they will reduce or eliminate funding for many optometric services, effective Feb 1, 2025. Coverage has been eliminated for some services, and reduced by as much as 32% from 2017 levels for others. These cuts will affect seniors, and children and include but are not limited to patients […]
Can You Use Expired Eye Drops?
Whether you use over-the-counter lubricating drops or prescription treatments, sticking to within-date products ensures both safety and effectiveness.
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How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?
The frequency of eye exams depends on your age, overall health, and specific risk factors. […]
Can Dry Eye Cause Blindness?
Dry eye isn’t just a temporary problem, though. It leaves the eye exposed and unprotected. In some cases, this can lead to scars, tissue damage, and worse. These can all lead to permanent vision problems and even blindness. […]
Are Eye Styes Caused By Stress?
Stress can weaken your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections, including those that lead to styes.
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Are Blue Eyes More Sensitive to Sunlight?
Blue eyes, along with other lighter-coloured eyes like green, are more sensitive to damage from sunlight. […]
What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Eye exams aren’t only for determining whether you need glasses—they’re also an important way to detect signs of eye disease. A comprehensive eye exam can also help you spot health problems that affect other areas of the body, including some that are potentially serious. Comprehensive eye exams can detect a wide variety of eye diseases, […]
Lazy Eye Exercises to Correct Amblyopia
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a vision development disorder that manifests as reduced sight in one eye during childhood. While this is commonly thought of as a crossed eye, many cases of amblyopia are not from obvious causes. Regular eye checkups for children can help detect conditions like amblyopia early. Vision therapy can […]
