Eye Health

The Importance of Care

Eye health is very important for our overall well-being. Our eyes allow us to see and enjoy the world around us, helping us with everyday tasks like reading, driving, and spending time with loved ones. When we take care of our eyes, we can avoid many problems, such as dryness, irritation, and serious conditions like cataracts or glaucoma that can cause vision loss. Regular eye check-ups are essential because they help doctors spot issues early on. This early detection can lead to better treatment options and can sometimes prevent serious complications.

As well as regular doctor checks, we can take steps towards long term healthy eyes via generally good lifestyle choices. A balanced diet including plenty of fruits and vegetables can provide us with the vitamins essentially to keeping our eyes healthy. These vitamins include vitamin A, E, C as well as omega-3 fatty acids. UV protective sunglasses are also hugely important in maintaining the health of our eyes. 

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Eye Health

Eye Health Minute Healthy eyes and good vision is important to our quality of life. Many eye and vision conditions present with no obvious symptoms, therefore, individuals are often unaware that a problem exists. Early diagnosis and treatment are important for maintaining good vision and, when possible, preventing permanent vision loss. Having regular complete eye examinations is an important part of your preventive health care routine. The Canadian Association of Optometrists recommends the following frequency for eye examinations:
  • Children and Youth up to 18 years: annually (covered by Alberta Health Care)
  • Adults: every one to two years
  • Seniors 65 years and older: annually (covered by Alberta Health Care)
Have your eyes examined immediately if you notice sudden reduced vision, flashes or floaters, eye redness, discharge or pain. Did you know that 80% of a child’s learning is visual? Yearly complete eye examinations are vital to ensure your child is seeing and learning to their full potential. Through the Alberta’s ‘Eye See, Eye Learn’ program, all qualifying ECS children will receive a free pair of glasses. How the Eye Works Common Vision Issues Common Eye Diseases Tests Performed in Your Eye Exam
  • Vision (visual acuity) assessment
  • Eye muscle movement
  • Color vision
  • Depth perception
  • Digital retinal imaging
Glaucoma testing using a no-airpuff methodInternal and External eye health assessment