Be Careful with Costume Contact Lenses for Halloween

In pursuit of the perfect Halloween costume, some people turn to decorative or costume contact lenses to change their eyes. Be aware that these unregulated lenses could jeopardize your vision and can cause eye injury. Hakim Optical wants to ensure that you protect...

2017 World Sight Day – Make Vision Count!

Every year, on the second Thursday of October, there is a global event to draw attention to blindness and vision impairment. This year, that day falls on October 12 and this year’s World Sight Day is coordinated by The International Agency for the Prevention of...

Eye Pain? Don’t Ignore Body Signals

When something feels off, most people will call their doctor to schedule an appointment. However, many people don’t take the same approach with eye pain. Too often, people ignore important symptoms or wait too long to schedule an appointment with their optometrist. If...

The Future of Eyewear—3D Printing Glasses

From time to time, we like to highlight the future of eyewear and the evolution of the optical industry. Previously, we outlined advances in vision enhancement and smart lenses—now, we look at how technology can change the way we manufacture and produce eyewear. 3D...

Remember to Schedule Your Back to School Eye Exam

This is the week that kids all over the country are heading back to school. Along with the new backpacks and first-day outfits—make sure you schedule back to school eye exams for the whole family. Did you know that one in four children have a vision-related learning...

5 Contact Lens Habits That Could Damage Your Vision

Many Canadians wear contact lenses to correct their vision due to their convenience. Advances in contact lenses have made them extremely safe to use; however, if you develop bad contact lens habits, you could be putting your vision at risk. The following are 5 ways...