Are you one of the millions of people spending hours in front of a screen each day? Maybe it’s for work, scrolling through social media, or binging your favourite shows. As much as we rely on screens for our daily lives, many don’t realize the strain it can have on our eyes. That strain is […]
Eye strain has emerged as a common issue in a world where many of our waking hours are spent staring at screens. While there are many ways to alleviate eye strain symptoms, one approach that is gaining popularity is using blue light glasses. Blue light glasses can help reduce the effects of blue light that […]
Eyes are an essential part of our daily lives that help us navigate the world around us. We must care for our eyes to prevent injuries or illnesses that could harm our vision, but other than regular eye exams, what else can you do to support your eye health? Habits that can help you maintain […]
To say dry eyes are a bother is an understatement. Dry eyes can lead to eye irritation, redness, and discomfort—all because your eyes don’t produce enough or good quality tears. But you don’t have to live with dry eyes. There are several treatment options for dry eye. One possible option is omega-3 fatty acid supplements. […]
The eyes are a remarkable feature of the human body. Not only do they allow us to see the world, but they also help us convey emotion and nonverbal cues. At Calgary Optometry Centre, we encourage our patients to learn about their eye health and understand their eyes. The question of whether eyes grow is […]
Laser surgery is a procedure which can help to change or fix certain vision issues. Your optometrist will be able to recommend if your corrective visual needs could be treated by laser surgery. If you decide that laser surgery is the route that you would like to go, you will need to be awake and […]
They say that eyes are the windows to the soul and are reflective of so much. But there are other things about your health that your eyes show about your health. Your optometrist, with regularly scheduled eye exams, can detect and diagnose if you have glaucoma. Our eyes are used so much everyday and need […]
Many people prefer to wear contact lenses to correct their vision problems. They’re flexible, offer a wider range of vision, and have an aesthetic appeal. During your contact lens fitting, your optometrist will explain why contact lens care is essential to keeping your eyes healthy. If you’ve chosen to wear contact lenses but only occasionally, […]
Your body is one big interconnected machine, which means the better you take care of your general health, the more you’re able to nurture your eyes. Eating a healthy diet is a big part of keeping your eyes in top shape and preventing vision issues. While there’s no evidence changing your diet can reverse damage […]
Dry eyes are a common vision condition when your eyes have difficulty producing tears or high quality. Spending the day staring at a screen or monitor is one way you can strain your eyes and overexpose them to blue light. . Reducing your exposure with blue light glasses can eliminate some of the discomforts you […]
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