What is a Wildfire? Have you heard about the recent events in Ontario? Are you experiencing more sensitivity with your eyes? Here are the details. Wildfires, what are they? Wildfires occur in forests, grasslands, and other natural areas when they are uncontrolled. They can burn quickly and spread over large regions. This year Ontario has […]
How to Protect Your Eyes While Travelling
Seeing as summer is approaching, we thought it would be useful to talk about eyecare and travel as well. It’s fun to travel and to try new things in new cities. But with all the planning and packing, many people forget about something very important—eye care. How can travelling affect your eyes? Travelling puts your […]
The Importance of UV Protection
As summer gets closer, it’s a great time to learn why UV protection is so important. Most people think about using sunscreen to protect their skin from the sun, but did you know your eyes need protection too? UV, or ultraviolet light, radiates from the sun and can damage your eyes over time – even […]
Understanding Ocular Migraines: Symptoms, Triggers, and Eye Health Tips
If migraines are new to you, seeing zig-zag lines, kaleidoscope patterns, and flickering lights might leave you wondering if this is normal. You’re not alone, and your eyes might be giving you an important clue! Welcome to the world of ocular migraines, a condition that can be disruptive and most often misunderstood. What are […]
How to Manage Seasonal Eye Allergies: Tips for Relief and Prevention
The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and the leaves are sprouting … but your eyes are red and itchy! You eagerly await spring’s beautiful weather after a long, cold winter, only to be met with the frustration of allergy season. During this time of the year, the trees, grass, and weeds release pollen […]
Seeing Clearly at Night: Understanding and Managing Night Blindness
Do you ever find it difficult to see while driving at night or walking in dim places? This might indicate you are experiencing night blindness, also known as nyctalopia. But don’t worry! We’ll explore what causes it, how it’s detected, and what you can do to manage it! What Is Night Blindness? Even though night […]
What is an OCT?
An OCT retinal scan (Optical Coherence Tomography) is an imaging procedure that eye doctors use to examine the layers of the retina, the thin tissue at the back of the eye that detects light and sends information to the brain. You can think of it as an “X-ray” for your retina, but instead of harmful […]
Understanding Glaucoma
Have you heard of “glaucoma” before? Maybe you’ve heard someone in your family, friends, or peers discuss it? In any case, almost 250,000 Canadians suffer from this common health issue. In short, Glaucoma is a condition that damages the optic nerves of the eyes. A buildup of pressure inside the eye causes glaucoma to worsen […]
Do Dry Eyes Cause Headaches?
Have you ever felt that uncomfortable feeling in your eye? The one that stings and burns? It may be due to dry eyes. Perhaps you are wondering: how? There are several causes of dry eyes, including overly concentrating on certain activities, such as reading, driving, or looking at a computer, and forgetting to blink. Understanding […]
Did COVID-19 Ruin My Eyes?
It’s hard to believe that Covid-19 has already been around for a couple years now. Even though many may not believe this, it still exists! As stated by Health Canada, COVID-19 will very unlikely ever be eradicated. Let’s now talk about how this relates to our eyes! Despite the fact that doctors are still learning […]
