Your Eyes Can Have It All!

It seems like we’re all spending more time in front of digital devices. Whether it’s working on a computer at work or school, using a smartphone to stay connected with family and friends, or relaxing after a long day in front of the television, it’s estimated that Canadians spend an average of 11 hours per

Everyone should be getting regular eye exams, but it’s extremely important for parents to schedule eye exams for children at the beginning of the school year. Vision usually doesn’t stabilize until about the age of 20, so even if your child had an exam last year, it could have changed.

If you have vision benefits, make sure to use them before they expire at the end of the year. While every policy is different, most plans include an eye exam every two years and money for eyewear every 12 or 24 months.

When it comes to purchasing lenses and frames, consumers have a lot of choices; however, not every outlet offers high-quality glasses. For the sake of your vision and eye health, make sure you’re only buying glasses in person from reputable retailers and not only looking at the low cost of online glasses.

Part of gearing up for another school year is ensuring you have everything you need to be successful—which includes proper eyewear. Hakim Optical has a number of stylish glasses so you don’t have to sacrifice fashion for vision health.