5 Natural Ways to Help Improve Vision & Eye Health
Our eyes are essential for navigating the world around us. But unfortunately, many of us take our eye health for granted until problems arise. While corrective lenses and surgeries can help improve vision, there are also natural ways to enhance our eyesight. In this...
Why Do My Contacts Hurt?
Contact lenses are a popular choice for people who require vision correction, and for good reason. They’re super convenient and, for many, better than wearing glasses. However, contacts can sometimes cause discomfort and pain. If you’re a contact lens wearer and are...
6 Eye Care Myths & Mistakes You’re Making
There are a lot of eye care myths out there. If you mistakenly believe that any of these myths are true, you could be inadvertently causing harm to your eyes. Fortunately, we’ve put together a list of the biggest eye care myths we’ve seen so you can learn the truth...
Chalazion: What is it?
In a recent blog post, we talked about styes and what they are. While most people are likely familiar with what a stye is, not so many people know what a chalazion is. If you’re able to determine that the lump in your eye is not a stye, but you still don’t know what...
Eye Care for Kids
Parents everywhere want their children to grow up healthy and happy. Part of that includes taking care of their eyes. Good eye care habits established early in life can help prevent eye and vision problems later on. Good eye care is also essential to a child’s...
Presbyopia: What is It and What Causes It?
If you’re getting older or are above 40 and noticing that things are looking a little blurry - or blurrier than usual - you might be experiencing presbyopia. While it can be frustrating and worrisome, don’t panic! It’s a normal part of aging and there are ways to help...
Stye in My Eye: What is a Stye?
It looks like a boil or pimple and it’s super uncomfortable. We’re talking about styes. If you’ve ever had a stye in your eye, you know the discomfort and irritation they can cause. They usually go away on their own but they’re annoying every time. What exactly is a...
What is Keratitis?
Many people don’t think much about what a gift our sense of sight is. You probably don’t put a lot of thought into eye health or eye safety. However, we’re here to tell you that eye health is vitally important. You want to protect your eyes and safeguard your sight by...
Use Vision Benefits Before they Expire at the End of the Year
Many people enjoy extended health benefits that include vision care. But, for most plans, these benefits expire at the end of the year and cannot be rolled over. Let this be your reminder that if you and your family have unused extended coverage, use your vision...
Eye Health & Makeup Tips
Most people know not to put dangerous chemicals or irritants near their eyes. The obvious ones are things like bleach and cleaning products. However, a less obvious eye irritant you might not have suspected is: makeup. It’s true - there are chemicals in makeup that...
Eye Safety
Proper protective eyewear is a key component of occupational safety. However, people who require prescription lenses tend to forego wearing safety glasses. This is because people are under the impression they have to try to fit their protective eyewear over their...
Eye Floaters: What Are They?
Have you ever noticed something crossing your field of vision that looks like a little spot, speck, string or web? The little speck seems to drift or float about as you move your eyes, but when you try to look directly at it, it’s gone? These are called “eye floaters”...
Top Signs You Need an Eye Exam
Most people know you need to go to the doctor for their annual physical checkup. And everyone knows you need to visit the dentist regularly. But what about the optometrist? Your eyes need regular checkups, too! In fact, you might even need an eye exam between your...
Eye Protection & Protective Eyewear
Are you doing enough to protect your eyes? You might be surprised to learn that there are about 200 job-related eye injuries every day in Canada. These injuries often result in lost time and/or temporary or permanent vision loss. What’s more, 90% of these eye injuries...
Halloween Costume Ideas For People Who Wear Glasses
Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for creative people. Halloween costumes are a chance for people to have fun, let their artistic side show, and dress as a character who they love or admire. If you’re looking to make your Halloween costume hit that...
Eye Health: What is Conjunctivitis?
When it comes to eye conditions, infections, and illnesses, some are more common than others. One extremely common condition that most people are likely to experience at least once in their life is conjunctivitis. While conjunctivitis may sound foreign to you, you may...
Hakim Optical 2022 Fall Style Guide
It’s finally the season for sweaters, pumpkin spice lattes, and gorgeous glasses! Jump into the Hakim Optical Fall Style Guide! Welcome to fall! Autumn is finally here and to many, that means their favourite season full of activities in the cool, crisp air,...
A Guide to Gaming Glasses
For many young people, playing video games is more than just a pastime, it’s a passion. From the art, music, and character development, to the community of online gamers, and even financial incentives through tournaments, video gaming can be a lifestyle. While we...
What is Hyperopia?
Eye health can be overwhelming at times. There are an array of different terminology and definitions when it comes to eyes and their potential conditions, and it can feel very difficult to grasp if you’re not an optometrist yourself. If you’ve heard the word hyperopia...
Sunglasses for Fishing and Outdoors
If you enjoy fishing in your free time, or you fish professionally, you know the importance of a good eye. A great pair of sunglasses can elevate your ability to see sharply, and thus, catch your dinner. If you’re in the market for a new pair of sunglasses to reduce...