After the Ontario Budget again ignored OHIP-insured eye care, an overwhelming 96% of Ontario optometrists have voted to withdraw OHIP services starting September 1, 2021 — unless the government agrees to legally-binding negotiations to fund these services at least to the cost of delivery. Read More Original Article Source Credits: CISION, https://www.newswire.ca/ Article Written By: Ontario Association […]
KNOW THE RISKS: EYELASH EXTENSIONS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS EYE HEALTH ISSUES
If the more than three million Instagram posts under the hashtag #eyelashextensions are any indication, people are increasingly turning to the semi-permanent solution for eyes that pop. But, says one expert, while extensions offer the fuller and thicker lashes many covet, they can actually cause a wide range of eye health issues. Original Article Source […]
ARE RED EYES WHEN WAKING UP A SERIOUS HEALTH ISSUE?
After waking up in the morning from a night’s sleep, you may have noticed red, bloodshot eyes staring back at you in the bathroom mirror. In some instances, your eyes may look bright red or pinkish. They may also appear to be filled with squiggly red or pink lines. These are blood vessels, which normally […]
COMMON CAUSES OF VISION LOSS
The idea of losing your vision can be scary. After all, you rely on your vision every day. In the U.S., 32.2 million adults have experienced some sort of vision loss.1 Around the globe, there are an estimated 285 million people with vision impairment. Among those, 39 million are blind. Read More Original Article Source […]
PROPER CARE FOR YOUR SUNGLASSES
As with any quality product, proper care will enhance and prolong the usefulness of your sunglasses and protect your investment. Your sunglasses are coated on the backside of the lens with an anti-reflective (A/R) coating which is essential in eliminating glare and is one of the three elements that make up our patented design. Read […]
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR SIGNS OF A VISION PROBLEM IN YOUR CHILD
March break is quickly approaching, and while you may be getting the family ready for a vacation or planning fun activities to do with the children over the break – remember to keep your child’s vision care and eye health at top of mind. Read More Original Article Source Credits: ontario association of optometrists, https://optom.on.ca Article Written […]
CHOOSING THE BEST STYLE OF SUNGLASS FRAMES FOR YOU
Sunglasses are important for protecting our eyes from the sun but they can also be a fun fashion accessory. You know that the lenses of your sunglasses are important for protecting your eyes from the harmful effects of the sun,1 but how much do you know about sunglass frames? Sunglass frames are available in just about any style imaginable, […]
CAN DIABETES AFFECT YOUR EYES?
Yes. You should plan to make regular eye doctor visits when you have diabetes. High blood sugar can lead to problems like blurry vision, cataracts, glaucoma, and retinopathy. In fact, diabetes is the primary cause of blindness in adults ages 20 to 74. Read More Original Article Source Credits: webMD, https://www.webmd.com Article Written By: NA Original Article Posted on: February 05, 2019 Link to Original Article: https://www.webmd.com/diabetes/diabetes-eye-problems […]
GLAUCOMA AWARENESS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW!
Although glaucoma has become a very common disease, the severity of its effects is often misunderstood or taken lightly. This leads to the condition going unchecked in many individuals, and ultimately a significant loss of vision and even blindness. In Canada alone, over 250,000 people suffer from chronic open-angle glaucoma, and if left without proper treatment, their […]
HOW WEARING GLASSES IMPACTS YOUR SUCCESS, ACCORDING TO SCIENCE
I’ve always hated wearing glasses. I’m a regular at 1-800-Contacts. One day last month, I accidentally slept through my alarm. If I took the time to put on my contacts, I’d surely be late for my 9 AM meeting. So I grabbed my glasses and sprinted out the door. Original Article Source Credits: INC , https://www.inc.com/ Article Written […]
