It’s important to protect your eyes as you would your skin. If you have not had an opportunity to watch Dear 16 year old Me which was produced by The David Cornfield Melanoma Fund I would strongly suggest that you watch and share it with family, friends and co-workers. The mission of this Fund & Video is to educate […]
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With eyes and eyesight, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Some aspects of eye care, like a routine exam, require regular annual visits to the eye doctor. But not everyone has the same needs, so it’s important to follow the advice of an eye care professional. Depending on age, a comprehensive eye examination is […]
Many Canadians have been opting for laser vision correction to eliminate a dependence on their eyeglasses or contact lenses. And like the majority of medical procedures, laser vision correction will provide benefits, while posing some risks. Mostly, it’s a procedure to correct “refractive” vision issues like hyperopia (far-sighted); myopia (near-sighted); and astigmatism (distorted vision). But recently, its been used to […]
Have you been staring non-stop at your screen? Are you working long hours on your computer or frequently reading books on your tablet? Or, have you been playing video games frequently? Many parts of our day revolve around technology, and it is straining our eyes. Most people have wondered how to overcome the slight eye […]
After sitting at work and staring at our computer screens for long hours, our eyes will send out warning signals. We typically push through the signals that our eyes need a break. If you feel pain, itchiness, redness, or blurry vision, then you are experiencing dry eye symptoms. Usually at these times, we rub our […]
Fall is in the air. The leaves are changing, the air is crisp and the Halloween Stores are buzzing with excitement. Dressing up for halloween is fun for kids and adults alike. Getting dressed up and being as spooky or flashy as possible is all part of the fun. But beware. Contact lenses that are […]
After cataracts, glaucoma is the second-leading cause of blindness in adults. The term glaucoma refers to a group of related disorders that affect the eye’s optic nerve over time, causing blindness. Glaucoma is caused by high pressure inside the eye, or intraocular pressure. Over time, the increased intraocular pressure gradually damages the optic nerve, resulting […]
They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, which speaks volumes about the sensory service provided by the wonders that are our eyes. When our vision is affected by ailments such as cataracts, so is our entire way of life. Cataracts affect the vision of millions of Canadians each year, so it’s important to […]
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I was asked to Volunteer at the Polyclinic at Pan Am Games within the Athletes Village. I was thrilled to participate to see the games from a different perspective. I had an incredible opportunity to interact with athletes from around the globe. I was completely amazed by this unique experience. The spirt of the city, […]
Eye health and eye care should not be underestimated! For some reason, we don’t give the same focus and attention to eye care as we do to the rest of our body. The truth is, eyes and eyesight are an integral component of overall health, and one might say, much more important than we give […]
Dr. Brian Abrams Optometrist
