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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

When a family member mentions that they have a health condition, it’s normal to be concerned for their health—and sometimes also for your own. Diabetes and heart disease, for instance, are health conditions that have a genetic component, and certain eye conditions, such as glaucoma and macular degeneration, do so as well.  Among the risk…
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Can Dry Eyes Cause Watering?

Redness, burning, and discomfort are all symptoms associated with dry eyes. While it sounds counter-intuitive, watery eyes are also one of them.  Watery eyes are better understood as a positive feedback loop within your body.  When your eyes are dry, a signal is sent to your brain, leading your body to produce excess reflexive tears…
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Optometrist, Ophthalmologist, Optician: What’s the Difference?

Understanding the roles of various eye care professionals is essential for making informed decisions about your vision health. Optometrists, ophthalmologists, and opticians each contribute uniquely to maintaining and enhancing eye health, though their training, expertise, and services differ significantly. Depending on your vision and eye health needs, you may need to visit an optometrist, an…
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Do Eye Drops Expire?

Eye drops are a regular part of many people’s lives, especially those of us dealing with persistent dry eyes. One thing to remember is that eye drops do expire, but there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer about when because it depends on the drop. For example, a preservative-free eye drop may only be good for a…
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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 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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Can I Sleep with Contact Lenses?

A properly fitted pair of contact lenses should feel invisible on your eyes. It’s nice to forget you’re wearing your contacts and embrace clear vision, but you should make sure you don’t accidentally fall asleep while wearing them. You shouldn’t sleep with regular contact lenses, not only because you may wake up with irritated eyes,…

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Sherwood Park Location

You’ll find us at Synergy Wellness Centre, just off Bethel Drive, north of Baseline Road. Parking is $2, but simply provide your plate number at your appointment, and we’ll cover the cost.

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Synergy Wellness Centre

  • 501 Bethel Dr. #101
  • Sherwood Park, AB T8H 0N2

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Millwoods Location

You’ll find us inside Covenant Health Community Health Centre, just off 29 Avenue and west of 50 Street NW. There is convenient parking available on-site, and the location is easily accessible by public transit.

Our Address

Covenant Health Community Health Centre

  • Unit 108, 7319 29 Avenue
  • Edmonton, Alberta T6K 2P1

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