Eye injuries or accidents can happen when you least expect them, and children in particular can find themselves particularly vulnerable. From sun exposure, vision correction, and injury treatment, your local eye doctor in Vaughan, Dr. Brian Abrams, can help you equip your child and family for safer play and healthier eyes. If your child is […]
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Investing in vision care for your children, from kids’ eye exams to prescription lenses and digital eye strain treatments, is about more than just seeing clearly on a daily basis. The quality of your visual health can directly affect your child’s ability to learn and develop, meet educational benchmarks and access materials. Some estimates suggest […]
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It’s not unusual for some patients to visit their eye doctor in Vaughan for a diabetic eye exam because of changes in vision acuity. Diabetes is a complex illness that can cause symptoms that affect more than just your blood sugar levels. If you’re noticing changes to your vision and you have diabetes, contact Dr. […]
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and vision changes are often confused with one another, especially in young children who exhibit the signs that overlap with both. Both ADHD and vision challenges can affect focus, ability to read, and performance in school and other programs. The overlap between symptoms can make it difficult for parents, teachers, and […]
Diabetic retinopathy is a condition typically diagnosed during a diabetic eye exam with your eye doctor. The condition is essentially the result of complications from diabetes, which can result in damage to blood vessels in the retina, causing symptoms such as blurred vision and floaters in the vision. Over time, diabetic retinopathy can result in […]
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Screens are virtually impossible to ignore. They’re everywhere. While it’s best to minimize screen time altogether, that’s not always a viable option. For most people, the best way to navigate the challenges of screen time is to implement strategies that help manage their screen time and its effect on their eyes. If you suspect that […]
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Eye infections are more common than many people realize. Caused by viruses, bacteria, or even fungi and parasites entering the eye, the most common reason eyes become infected is from dirty hands making direct contact with the eye. Irritation and infection can also occur from other causes outside of the body, including contact with dust […]
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The winter can be a little deceiving when it comes to the sun. Overcast skies, darker days, and snowy weather can be unassuming to drivers in the Greater Toronto Area, resulting in them choosing eyewear that cannot battle the sun and glare effectively. Choosing the best eyewear for winter driving likely means prescription polarized sunglasses. […]
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If you have diabetes, you know that it’s important to take caution to protect your eye health. Diabetes is a condition where fluctuations in blood sugar can affect different parts of the body and, as a result, different areas of your life. Your vision is an important gift and it’s important to protect. Unfortunately, when […]
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Digital eye strain is a prevalent condition that virtually everyone in Canada who uses a phone, computer, tablet, or even TV experiences to some degree or another. Overuse and strain on your eyes can be debilitating, causing symptoms like severe eye pain, migraines, light sensitivity, and discomfort, affecting one or both eyes. The best way […]
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