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Who May Be a Candidate for MacuMira Treatment?

Posted on September 24, 2026 by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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People diagnosed with early to intermediate dry AMD who want to look beyond monitoring alone are often the ones considered for MacuMira treatment, and eligibility is confirmed through a complete eye exam. […]

Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Posted on September 24, 2026 (September 24, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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Glaucoma does run in families, and having a close relative with it raises your risk, but it doesn’t mean you’ll develop it. […]

How to Unclog Meibomian Glands?

Posted on August 28, 2026 (September 24, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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To help unclog meibomian glands, apply a warm compress to closed lids for 10 to 15 minutes, follow with a gentle lid massage using clean fingers, clean your lids daily, and see an eye doctor if the discomfort keeps coming back. […]

Can Wet Macular Degeneration Ever Turn Back into Dry?

Posted on August 25, 2026 (September 24, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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Wet macular degeneration does not revert to dry macular degeneration because the changes it causes in the retina tend to persist. […]

What Eye Drops Are Best for Treating Dry Eyes?

Posted on July 13, 2026 (September 24, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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The right eye drop depends on what’s contributing to your dry eye in the first place, and choosing the wrong type can leave your symptoms just as uncomfortable as before. […]

MiSight Contact Lenses vs. Glasses for Kids

Posted on July 13, 2026 (July 13, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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MiSight® 1 day contact lenses are a daily disposable option designed not just to correct your child’s vision, but to help slow how fast their myopia progresses over time. […]

Eye Styes and Stress: What’s the Connection?

Posted on June 26, 2026 (July 13, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

A close-up view of a person's right eye with a stye on the eyelid.

Stress does not directly cause a stye, but it can weaken your body’s defences enough to make one more likely. […]

Pink Eye vs. Allergies: How to Tell the Difference

Posted on June 26, 2026 (July 13, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

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Pink eye is an infection typically caused by bacteria or a virus, while eye allergies are your immune system reacting to something in your environment. […]

How to Choose Protective Sports Eyewear

Posted on June 26, 2026 (June 26, 2026) by Dr. Tanya Sitter

Adult wearing sport glasses hitting a tennis ball with a racket on an outdoor court, focused expression, mountains visible in background.

Choosing protective sports eyewear comes down to knowing what your sport demands, what features to prioritize, and how to get the right fit for your face. […]