Does Vision Change During Pregnancy?

Most expectant mothers know that morning sickness and general aches and pains—especially in the back—tend to be the norm. However, many women don’t know that pregnancy can affect their vision and should be carefully monitored due to changing hormones and diet. But the...

Difference Between an Eye Exam and a Sight Test

Regardless of age, keeping up with overall eye health is extremely important. That’s why it’s critical to have a comprehensive annual eye exam. Many people mistakenly believe having their prescription updated with a sight test is the same as a yearly eye exam....

Wearing Sunglasses is More than a Fashion Statement

Sunglasses can be a great fashion accessory, but their main purpose should always be protecting your eyes and vision. Part of a healthy eye care regime is wearing sunglasses outside and ensuring that you choose a pair that will provide protection—in addition to...

What is Astigmatism and How Can it be Corrected?

Astigmatism is a vision condition that affects many Canadians in varying degrees. Astigmatism causes blurred vision and can range from not requiring any kind of treatment to causing distorted vision, eye discomfort and headaches. However, this condition can be...

It’s Vision Health Month—Give Your Eyes a Checkup!

May is Vision Health Month, an initiative undertaken by CNIB, which helps the visually impaired in Canada. The goal of Vision Health Month is to educate people on the importance of your vision health to prevent eye disease and eliminate avoidable sight loss in Canada....