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A doctor uses a blood pressure monitor to determine a female patient's blood pressure

Eye Conditions, Eye Health • November 3, 2023

Can High Blood Pressure Affect Your Eyesight?

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a health condition that occurs when the force of blood against the walls of your arteries is consistently too high, making your heart work too hard. High blood pressure can have some serious consequences and increases your risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney problems, and other health…

An older man taking off his glasses because he is having trouble seeing his phone screen.

Eye Conditions, Eye Health • September 19, 2023

What Are the Early Warning Signs of Macular Degeneration?

As we age, our eyesight undergoes various changes, some of which are inevitable. One such age-related eye condition is macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Some of the early indicators of this disease may include blurred vision, straight lines appearing distorted, a dim or dull quality of vision, and a need for…

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Contact Lenses, Dry Eye • August 16, 2023

What Are the Best Contacts for Dry Eyes?

Dry eyes can be a tricky problem to deal with. Not only do they cause discomfort, but they also limit your ability to wear specific types of contact lenses. But here’s the good news—it’s not an impossible challenge! Having dry eyes does not mean you must give up on contact lenses. It just requires a…

A person with diabetes gets an eye exam.

Cataracts, Eye Conditions • July 26, 2023

How Long Does Cataract Surgery Take?

Whether you or someone you know is experiencing blurry vision, dulled colours, sensitivity to light, or difficulty driving at night, cataracts can significantly impact your life. But cataract surgery can help you successfully return to your normal activities with improved vision. However, you may wonder: how long does cataract surgery take? Cataract surgery is a…

A young girl tries on new glasses at the optometrist's office to treat myopia progression

Eye Conditions, Myopia • July 5, 2023

Which Myopia Control Methods Are Available?

The ability to control myopia progression is valuable for your child’s future eye health. Annual children’s eye exams can help your optometrist detect the beginning of myopia development. Nearsightedness is prevalent among children and is an increasing problem that affects about 30% of the population, and this number is growing. Myopia’s progression can be controlled…

A woman holding a contact lens between her fingers

Contact Lenses, Eye Conditions • April 27, 2023

What Are Ortho-K Lenses Used For?

If you wear contact lenses to see clearly, you already know finding the right pair can be difficult. The best contacts for you come down to your specific needs and lifestyle choices. For example, an optometrist can offer contact lenses for hard-to-fit eyes or people needing extra hydration. You can even have contacts that correct…

A woman bends down to interact with her son as he reaches for her glasses, he is wearing glasses as well

Eye Conditions • March 29, 2023

Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

Myopia and hyperopia are simply other names for nearsightedness and farsightedness. Borrowed from Ancient Greek and Latin, they refer to some of the most common types of vision conditions: refractive errors. Fortunately, once diagnosed, an optometrist can correct these errors with eyeglasses or contact lenses. Myopia is when distant objects appear blurry, while hyperopia is…

A woman sitting on a couch with her hand on her face, trying to relieve dry eye pain

Dry Eye, Eye Conditions, Eye Health • March 29, 2023

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurriness?

Dry eyes can be a frustrating and uncomfortable condition, affecting millions of Canadians. When your eyes aren’t producing enough tears or tears of poor quality, it can result in a scratchy, burning sensation, making it difficult to focus on everyday tasks. And sometimes, those everyday tasks only make things worse. In some cases, dry eyes…

A blurred photo of people in the crowd, A blurred vision of a person with diabetes due to high blood sugar

Eye Conditions, Eye Health • December 21, 2022

Can Diabetes Affect Your Eyes?

Diabetes is a disease caused by your body's inability to regulate blood sugar. High blood sugar can cause damage to organs, blood vessels, and nerves throughout the body and those in the eyes. People with diabetes or high blood sugar are more at risk of developing several eye-related problems: cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal damage. Early…

A close up image of a woman's eye with a cataract

Cataracts, Eye Health • October 28, 2022

Can Cataracts Return After Surgery?

Cataracts—among other things—are a common condition your eye doctor checks for when performing a comprehensive eye exam. While cataracts aren’t necessarily a threat to the overall health of the eye, they can severely impact a person’s vision, making normal daily activities more challenging, and making it unsafe to drive a vehicle. An optometrist can detect…