Also known as computer vision syndrome, digital eye strain refers to a group of eye and vision-related problems resulting from prolonged use of digital devices such as computers, tablets, e-readers, and cell phones. […]
What Is Digital Eye Strain?
Can Dry Eye Cause Blurriness?
Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears or when the quality of your tears is poor. While many people associate dry eye with symptoms such as irritation, burning, and redness, it can also cause blurred vision. […]
6 Things You Should Know about UV Radiation and Your Eyes
The heat of long summer days is nearly upon us. As the sun’s rays intensify and people spend more time outdoors in the sunshine it is very important to be aware of the potential damage exposure to the sun can have on your eyes. May is UV Awareness month. Here are 6 things you should […]
Dealing with Your Tween’s and Teen’s Eyesight
It can be devastating for a tween or teen to be told he or she needs to wear glasses, especially if it is sudden. Many tweens and teenagers are concerned about how glasses will affect their appearance, whether they will be made fun of (which unfortunately is a legitimate concern – kids can be mean!), […]
Back to School Time!
The new school year is coming up fast, and parents and students are getting ready to embark on new adventures and experiences. But this is also a reminder to parents that good eyesight is possibly the most important school supply your child may not have. A good education for children doesn’t just mean good schools, […]
The Importance of Good Sunglasses
Finding the right pair of sunglasses to fit your personal style is often an important part of making your summer outfit picture perfect. But beyond “picture perfect,” a carefully chosen pair of sunglasses can grant you great health advantages and help safeguard your eyes against the elements. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation is a familiar concept to […]
October is…
October is ‘Eye Injury Prevention Month‘ in the USA and ‘Eye Health Month‘ in Canada. There are about 285 million people living with blindness and low vision all around the world. Children account for some 19 million of them. The vast majority of visual impairment is readily treatable and/or preventable. Unfortunately, help is hard to […]
Protect Children’s Eyes During Sports
The new school year has kicked off and you can tick off purchasing all that back to school equipment. Now, it’s time to think about what your child will need for after school sports and hobby activities. Making sure they have the right protective eyewear for their sporting or athletic activities should be one of […]
World Sight Day Challenge – No More Avoidable Blindness
The World Sight Day Challenge, slated to take place on October 9, 2014 is an annual awareness day that aims to focus global attention on blindness and vision impairment worldwide. The day aims to create awareness that blindness can be avoided if there is universal access to quality vision and eye care services for all […]
Cutting Edge Glaucoma Technology
Some 2.5 million North Americans struggle with glaucoma, a progressive eye disease that robs its sufferers of their vision, if unmanaged. Associated with high eye pressure and damage to the optic nerve, the main method of preventing blindness and low vision from glaucoma is by maintaining low levels of IOP (intraocular pressure). Unstable glaucoma may […]
