How do UV rays affect your eyes?
Did you know wearing sun glasses is just as important as wearing a hat to protect against UV rays? July is UV Safety Awareness Month and...
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- Jun 12, 2022
- 4 min
What is Macular Degeneration?
With AMD you lose your central vision. You cannot see fine details, whether you are looking at something close or far. But your...
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- May 23, 2022
- 4 min
What are cataracts?
Inside our eyes, we have a natural lens. The lens bends (refracts) light rays that come into the eye to help us see. The lens should be...
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- Feb 16, 2022
- 1 min
Purpose of the Stereo Fly Test
Stereo depth-perception tests, such as the Stereo Fly, have proven to be an effective and easy to use method of screening vision for all...
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- Feb 11, 2022
- 4 min
Visual Field Testing: What Is It & Understanding The Results
What is a Visual Field test? We normally see a wide area of the space in front of us. Without moving our eyes, we see not only what is...
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- Nov 15, 2021
- 1 min
Easy Game Day Appetizer
Need an easy game day or holiday appetizer? Try the classic slow cooker meatballs! All you need are three ingredients: Jelly, BBQ, and...
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- Jun 15, 2021
- 3 min
Performance sports sunglasses: See better, play better
By Erinn Morgan No matter what sport or outdoor activity you love, you probably are looking for ways to increase your performance. In...
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- Jun 15, 2021
- 3 min
Can You Swim With Contact Lenses?
By Aimee Rodrigues; reviewed by Gary Heiting, OD Swimming with contact lenses should be avoided whenever possible to help prevent...
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- Jun 15, 2021
- 4 min
Checklist for better vision and eye health
By Nichole Baxter Use this checklist to help maintain (or maybe improve) your vision and eye health throughout the year. Tips are...
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- Jun 15, 2021
- 3 min
Buying kids' sunglasses? Here's what to look for
By Erinn Morgan; reviewed by Gary Heiting, OD Do children need sunglasses? Yes, they absolutely do. Damage to eyes from exposure to the...
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- Apr 15, 2020
- 3 min
Want Relief from Eye Allergies? Here’s What You Need to Know
(BPT) - Spring is finally here, and while we say hello to lush green grass, flowers in bloom and leaves on trees, for many it means the...
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- Apr 15, 2020
- 9 min
Therapy Dogs and Service Dogs: What Are They and Why Are They Important?
March 16, 2019by Gemma Johnstone Therapy dogs are used in a wide variety of environments and circumstances but, broadly speaking, they...
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- May 12, 2018
- 3 min
The ABCs of Sunglasses Protection
When you’re looking for a new pair of sunglasses, style is very important. Are you a fan of Ray Ban? Buy Maui Jim on a whim? Whatever...
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- May 2, 2018
- 2 min
Are your eyes sensitive to light? You may have photophobia.
Photophobia, or light sensitivity, is an intolerance of light. Sources such as sunlight, fluorescent light and incandescent light all can...
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- Apr 24, 2018
- 7 min
Doctors of optometry play essential and ongoing role in ensuring the health of you and your family
We diagnose, treat and help prevent diseases and disorders affecting the visual system, the eye and related structures. We also assist in...
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- Apr 20, 2018
- 2 min
Summer eye care
The summer can take its toll on our eyes, whether it comes in the form of hay fever, chlorine in swimming pools or simply increased...
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- Apr 17, 2018
- 6 min
Tips for Contact Lens Wearers
Many people new to contact lenses, and even some experienced wearers, have practical questions about contacts. These tips can help you...
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- Apr 13, 2018
- 4 min
Living with Panuveitis
There are over 200 recognised eye conditions. Some conditions are much rarer than others, many people have more than one condition, and...
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- Apr 10, 2018
- 3 min
Macular Degeneration
What is Macular Degeneration? Macular Degeneration is a medical condition often associated with aging (also referred to as “age-related...
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- Apr 3, 2018
- 4 min
Using Flaxseed Oil and Fish Oil to Relieve Dry Eye
Flaxseed oil and fish oil contain important dietary fatty acids that have multiple health benefits, including prevention or treatment of...
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