How [Eye_Exams] Can Save Your Life
The notion that an [eye_exam] can potentially save your life may sound dramatic, but it’s true. When a retiree noticed a change in her vision in one eye and went in for an [eye_exam], her [eye_doctor] detected the possible early symptoms of a stroke and sent her straight to the hospital. The medical team […]
Why Does Bono Always Wear His Signature Shades?
Ever wonder why Bono always wears shades, even indoors? U2’s frontman doesn’t sport sunglasses simply as part of his image. Bono has had glaucoma—a build-up of pressure in the eyeball, which can damage the optic nerve and potentially lead to blindness if untreated—for over two decades now. The real reason he wears his trademark shades […]
How Sleep Apnea Affects The Eyes
Did you know that some eye conditions are associated with sleep apnea? According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 18 million Americans have sleep apnea, and Health Canada reports similar prevalence. It’s a sleep disorder where people stop breathing — often multiple times per night — while sleeping. If you have sleep apnea: it […]
What You Should Know About Night Blindness
If you don’t see well while driving at night, there’s a chance you have night blindness. Night blindness, or nyctalopia, is the inability to see well at night or in dim lighting. It’s not considered an eye disease, but rather a symptom of an underlying problem. Our [eye_doctor] can help diagnose, manage and treat your […]
6 Common Myths About Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease in which increased pressure causes progressive, permanent vision loss and even blindness. Unfortunately, many misconceptions about the disease can leave you misinformed. Below we sort fact from fiction by debunking 6 of the most common glaucoma myths. Glaucoma Facts vs. Myths MYTH 1: Glaucoma is a single disease FACT Glaucoma […]