According to the Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO), over 25% of all school age children in the country have vision problems. That’s a troubling statistic considering that studies compiled by CAO show nearly 80% of all learning occurs visually. Children rely on their ability to see clearly -both up close and from far away – […]
Optometry in Ontario – Things you should know.
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Seasonal Allergies Are Upon Us!
What is an eye allergy? Many people experience eye irritation caused by common things in the environment such as pollen, dust, or ragweed. These substances are called allergens, and they can cause symptoms such as itching and redness of the eyes, or swollen, puffy eyelids. An ocular (eye) allergy can happen suddenly or some time […]