If you are a full-time glasses-wearer, you may have considered switching to contact lenses. Contact lenses can give you the freedom of clear vision glasses-free, allow you to more easily participate in sports or rigorous activity, or even allow you to simply change your appearance. However,...
The autumn season brings with it a myriad of activities, from completing yard work, to donning costumes for Halloween, to the beginning of the winter sports season. With so many things to do, it is important to be aware of how your favourite fall pass-times...
There are many changes to experience as you age, and changes to eyesight can be one of the more distressing of these events. There are many eye disorders that we experience as we age, and while many are nothing to worry about, it is good...
Did you know that frequent headaches could be a sign of an uncorrected vision problem. You may not think that your eyes have any relation to your head, but that isn’t true. In fact, the connection between the two is significant, which is why it...
Eye Floaters and Flashes Eye floaters and eye flashes are conditions of the eye that many people are highly disturbed and concerned about. The truth is, floaters and flashes are a common thing that people experience but it should not be taken lightly. Here’s everything you...
Eye Stye, also known as chalazion, is a clogged oil gland in the eyelid. It presents as an uncomfortable red bump at the edge of the eyelid. It can be caused by things such as touching your eye with unwashed hands, leaving on eye makeup,...
When the weather begins to turn extremely cold, it is not uncommon for people to take certain precautions. Winter clothing is donned, indoor temperatures rise, and more is done in preparation for the cold weather. This should also be done for the care of your...
Retinal Detachment Retinal Detachment occurs when a thin layer of tissue (the retina) detaches from the back of the eye. This is an emergency situation and should be treated as soon as possible. Retinal Detachment is painless, so it may be difficult to determine if you have...
Glaucoma is an eye condition caused by damage to the optic nerve, which carriers visual information to the brain. This is often caused by high pressure in the eye and can lead to severe visual impairment if left untreated. Although glaucoma is usually seen in mature...
Cancer can strike any part of a person’s body—eyes are no exception. Eye cancer is also referred to as eye melanoma. Just like with any other type of cancer or disease, eye cancer has a set of different risk factors and potential causes that make...