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How Often Should You Get an Eye Exam?
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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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 […]
Best Eye Drops for Allergies
Allergies have a habit of turning the most beautiful days into a nightmare—especially when they trigger symptoms in your eyes. Those watery, irritated, or even dry eyes can bring a significant distraction. Fortunately, you can find help from your optometrist; they can recommend appropriate eye drops to find relief. So what are the best eye […]
Waking Up With Dry Eyes: Causes & Treatments
Whether it’s from staring at a computer screen for too long or spending a day in the wind, dry eye discomfort can be frustrating. But what if you wake up with dry eyes, even after a good night’s sleep? This can be a sign of a bigger problem that requires attention. Waking up with dry […]
What Is Most Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
If you’ve ever experienced the uncomfortable symptoms of pink eye, you know how frustrating it can be. But while pink eye is common, it can be misdiagnosed. Other eye conditions have similar symptoms to pink eye, leading to the wrong diagnosis and treatment. These include allergies, blepharitis, dry eye, scleritis, or uveitis. Before you attempt […]
Are Eye Exams Free in Alberta?
Many of our patients wonder about the cost of getting an eye exam in Alberta and where coverage comes into play. Government Funded Programs The Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) includes coverage for annual eye exams for eligible groups. You must be registered with AHCIP and have a personal health card to be able […]
Do Eye Drops Expire?
When it comes to eye drops, most of us know them as lifesavers for dry or scratchy eyes. These over-the-counter products are an essential part of many people’s daily routine. But have you ever looked at the expiration date of your eye drops? Whether you use eye drops regularly or not, you may be surprised […]
