Optometrist

• Traveling vision clinic bringing sight to rural Manitoba

  "This service is so needed," said Andrews. "They put them on, and they're like, 'Wow!' because this is a whole new world."

  Consumer

  Sep 14, 2023
  
• 1st signs of Alzheimer’s may be detected in your eyes. This AI scan may help find it

  The relentless pursuit of detecting Alzheimer's has posed a grueling battle for families and the medical community, but a simple eye scan may help ease that burden.

  Health

  Jul 19, 2023
  
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• Put eye exams back on to-do list: Ophthalmologists see more vision problems in kids after increased screen time

  Canadian ophthalmologists says increased screen time in children is leading to more eye strain and nearsightedness.

  Health

  Oct 12, 2021
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• Optometrists to withdraw OHIP-covered services after breakdown in government talks

  Ontario optometrists are set to withdraw provincially insured eye services starting today after a breakdown in talks with the provincial government over reimbursement of costs.

  Health

  Sep 1, 2021
• Lethbridge optometrists concerned about increased screen time for kids

  If your kids are complaining about their eyes more than usual amid the COVID-19 pandemic, there could be an obvious culprit.

  Health

  Apr 30, 2021
• Alberta health care practices quickly preparing to reopen during COVID-19 pandemic

  Not all Alberta health care services are ready to open routine care to the general public during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  Health

  May 4, 2020
• Is it safe to look at the sun when it’s obscured by smoke?

  Thick smoke has been giving the sun an orange red hue this week that some may find tempting to look at, especially with the beautiful sunrise and sunsets.

  Health

  Aug 17, 2018
• How to tell if your kids are suffering from digital eye strain

  According to a recent survey by the Alberta Association of Optometrists, 59 per cent of Alberta parents are not aware that digital devices can cause problems for their child's eyes. 

  Health

  Aug 15, 2017
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• 71% of Albertans are dealing with digital eye strain: study

  Are you dealing with blurred vision or eye irritation? You could be suffering from digital eye strain.

  Health

  May 16, 2017
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• Why you should get your children’s eyes tested before they start school

  Fewer than 14 per cent of Canadians under the age of six have had a comprehensive eye exam, according to Dr. Scott Lopetinsky, and one in four kids has a vision problem.

  Education

  Aug 29, 2016