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According to Statista, the average 18-49 year old Canadian will spend 19.5 hours per week watching TV. Exposing our bodies, and specifically our eyes, to that much television can cause a multitude of problems, ranging from minor annoyances to more serious health conditions. Read on to learn how watching TV for long periods of time […]

                  A common myth is that reading in the dark can cause permanent damage to your eyes. While studies have shown that permanent damage is not caused by reading in poor lighting, there are many short term effects that are completely avoidable. Don’t fall victim to these

Many people are unsure of the exact differences between bifocal and progressive lenses. While the two styles ultimately have the same end goal, there are some key differences to keep in mind. Read on to learn more about bifocal and progressive lenses, and see which style is right for you! Bifocal Lenses Bifocal lenses have

It’s a common question we get a lot: What’s the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist? While there is some crossover between the two, ultimately each one has a different focus or specialty when it comes to your eye health and care. Read on to learn how the two professions differ, and who you

The majority of eye injuries can be prevented with the use of protective eyewear. Don’t put yourself at risk – read on to learn more about prescription safety glasses and how they help protect your vision! The Difference Between Safety Glasses and Regular Eyeglasses The main difference between protective eyewear and regular eyeglasses is that

One of the major benefits of living in Canada is our country’s comprehensive, individual health care services. Since healthcare is managed on the provincial level, Alberta Health should be every Albertan’s first stop for service and information. Of course, The Vision Gallery is always happy to pass accurate information on to existing clients and prospective

Some vision problems take years to develop, while others manifest quickly. Children may need to visit an optometrist at a very young age, which can be intimidating for them at best– downright scary at its worst! The best way to avoid meltdowns or nightmares? Equip yourself and the child with information, provided below courtesy of

In our busy day-to-day life, it can be hard to keep all of our appointments and obligations straight! Still, maintaining your health and your family’s is important– there is no excuse for letting things go when your well-being is at stake. The Vision Gallery is here with five common questions and simple answers for the

Eye wear is an investment.  Most glasses wearer will tell you that we forget to take care of them after a month or two. Daily wear and our busy lives get in the way, resulting in smudged, scratched, crooked and otherwise damaged eye wear. Keep reading for The Vision Gallery’s crash course in preventing scratches,

From costumes to everyday wear, coloured contacts are growing in popularity as a distinct and noticeable way to change up your look. With so many options on the market, where do you even start if you want to colour your eyes? You have questions, we have answers! Read on for The Vision Gallery’s quick-reference guide