Macular Degeneration

Macular Degeneration

As we age, unfortunately, there are many different conditions that can affect our eyesight. Macular Degeneration, also known as Age-Related Macular Degeneration (or AMD) is a fairly common eye condition that impairs the eye’s ability to see. This happens primarily in...
Driving Glasses

Driving Glasses

Whether it’s driving to work, running errands, dropping the kids off at school, going out early in the morning, heading west at sunset, driving in the dark or during all sorts of weather, for most Canadian adults driving is a big part everyday life. Poor eyesight can...
What Are Cataracts

What Are Cataracts

At Hakim Optical, we want to take the time to help educate Canadians about what exactly cataract awareness means. While we’re sure you’ve heard of cataracts, if you’ve never dealt with them personally, you may not know what they are and how they can affect your life....
How Do Mirrored Sunglasses Work?

How Do Mirrored Sunglasses Work?

Choosing the right pair of sunglasses can be a bit of a challenge due to the wide selection of styles, lenses, and lens coatings available. At Hakim Optical, one of our favourite choices is the classic mirrored sunglasses, not just because they look good, but because...