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Is Virtual Reality Bad for Your Eyes?

In a world increasingly captivated by immersive experiences, virtual reality (VR) technology has skyrocketed in popularity, promising new dimensions of interaction and entertainment. However, as VR devices become more common in our homes and workplaces, it’s important to think about how their use could affect your eye health. Overall, virtual reality technology is considered safe…
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Do I Need Glasses? 10 Signs to Watch For

Your eyes are astounding, allowing you to see the world around you clearly. But sometimes, potential issues like refractive errors can develop, leading to problems with your vision. While you can retain your vision with a pair of eyeglasses or contacts, it helps to know whether or not you need glasses and what signs to…
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How to Stop Glasses from Sliding Down Your Nose

Glasses can be a great way to help improve your vision, but they need to fit well to provide long-lasting comfort. Ideally, your frames weren’t a grab-and-go selection—they should sit comfortably on your nose and around your ears. If they don’t, you’re likely pushing your glasses back up your nose multiple times a day.  There…
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What Is Usually the First Sign of Glaucoma?

As we age, our risk of developing various health conditions greatly increases, one of them being glaucoma. Glaucoma is a progressive eye disease that can lead to vision loss or blindness, making it crucial to diagnose and treat early. Unfortunately, one of the biggest challenges with glaucoma is that it typically progresses with no noticeable…
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Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?

Myopia and hyperopia are common refractive errors many patients develop. Eye doctors frequently prescribe glasses and contact lenses to treat these conditions, even though myopia and hyperopia affect the eyes differently.  Understanding what causes these refractive errors can help you and your family’s eyes stay healthy.  Key Differences Between Myopia & Hyperopia The main difference…
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How to Clean Your Glasses the Right Way

If you’re one of the many Canadians who rely on glasses to see, you probably already know the struggle of dirty lenses. A smudge or fingerprint can quickly get in the way of crystal-clear vision.  While you may be tempted to clean your glasses with the nearest tissue or t-shirt, doing so can cause scratches,…
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Dry Eye, Eye Health •

5 Home Remedies for Dry Eye

Optimal eye health is essential and can be maintained with regular eye exams. However, you can also take steps to support and maintain your eye health between visits to your optometrist with at-home strategies for treating conditions like dry eyes.  5 home remedies we recommend for dry eyes include: Wearing adequate eye protection  Eating a…
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How To See Better When Driving at Night

Are You Struggling to See When Driving at Night? If you have trouble with bright headlights, streetlights, or the general darkness of night, it can affect your driving. You may struggle to drive at night for several reasons, including age-related changes in vision, glare from oncoming headlights, or underlying eye conditions such as cataracts or…

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You’ll find us inside Lakewood Community Health Centre, just off 29 Avenue and west of 50 Street NW. Paid parking is available on-site, but our front desk can provide you with a 2h free parking code. This location is easily accessible by public transit.

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