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How to Choose Glasses for Kids

Parents help their child choose between several pairs of glasses.

Finding the right glasses for your child can feel overwhelming. Between ensuring proper vision correction and selecting frames that will survive playground adventures, parents face numerous considerations when shopping for kids’ eyewear. The right pair of glasses does more than improve your child’s sight—it boosts their confidence, supports their learning, and helps them participate fully […]

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Can Your Eyesight Get Better?

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Eyesight is something many people take for granted—until it starts to change. Whether you’ve worn glasses since childhood or have recently begun to notice some blurriness, it’s natural to wonder: Can your eyesight get better? While most vision changes are gradual and age-related, it is possible for your eyesight to improve under certain conditions.  However, […]

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What Are the First Signs of Macular Degeneration?

An optometrist points to a patient's retinal photos and discusses their macular health.

It’s normal to experience subtle changes in your vision, especially as you grow older.  While a pair of reading glasses is generally nothing to worry about (thank you, presbyopia), certain symptoms, such as difficulty reading or seeing fine details, could be more than a natural part of aging.  Macular degeneration is a progressive eye condition […]

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What Are Myopia Control Lenses?

A young, happy child sporting bright green glasses that match their sweater.

Most people with myopia operate just fine with their corrective lenses. While being nearsighted itself isn’t always a problem, we are, however, seeing rising rates of myopia in children. Especially as digital screens become more popular and children spend less time outdoors in natural sunlight.  Luckily, myopia control lenses offer a solution to slow myopia […]

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Does Alberta Health Cover Eye Exams?

Man receiving a vision test with a phoropter, assisted by a female optometrist

Taking care of your eyes is vital to your overall health, but understanding what’s actually covered by Alberta Health can be confusing.  The good news is that the Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) covers certain eye exams, including those for children under 18 and adults over 65. However, routine check-ups aren’t always included for […]

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