Cataracts are a common eye condition. Aging plays a significant role in their development and, eventually, almost everyone will get some degree of cataract. […]
Does Everyone Get Cataracts?
Is Eyesight Hereditary?
The answer isn’t as simple as a yes or no. While genetics does play a significant role in eye health, affecting things like eye colour, vision clarity, and the risk of certain conditions, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. […]
Can Contact Lenses Freeze?
Even when in cold temperatures, contact lenses will not freeze while being worn. The warm, moist environment of your eyes will prevent freezing. However, because they are stored in liquid, it’s possible that contact lenses could freeze while stored in solution. […]
Why Do My Eyes Hurt When I Wake Up?
The primary cause of this discomfort is often related to dry eye syndrome, a condition that affects millions worldwide. However, waking up with dry eyes and morning eye irritation can be attributed to several factors, including environmental conditions, medical issues, or contact lens issues. […]
Can You Wear Contact Lenses in the Pool?
The short answer is no. Swimming with contact lenses can cause eye infections, irritation, and other risks. Water, whether from a pool, lake, or ocean, can bring bacteria to your lenses, putting your eyes in danger. Let’s take a look at why it’s risky and what safer options you have. […]
Is Something Stuck in Your Eye, or Do You Have Dry Eye?
Irritated, watery eyes are as uncomfortable as they are disruptive, but could they indicate a more significant issue? Or could it be as simple as a small particle of dust or debris stuck in your eye? This is a question many people ask themselves whenever they feel like something is stuck in their eye for […]
Are Blue Eyes More Sensitive to the Sun?
Sunlight is one of the biggest sources of vitamin D, and who doesn’t love a day spent soaking up those beautiful rays? However, prolonged exposure to the sun can be harmful to our skin and eyes. Do you notice your eyes being sensitive to sunlight? Blue and light-coloured eyes have less melanin than brown eyes, […]
Diabetes and Eye Exams: What You Need to Know
A routine eye exam at Whitby Family Eye Care can help reveal early signs of diabetes, sometimes before any symptoms occur. […]
Kids Eye Exam: What to Expect
Children’s eye exams are designed to assess eye health and visual clarity. They involve a series of tests, each as important as the next, to check different parts of your child’s eyes and their visual development. Annual exams are an easy and effective way to stay on top of your child’s development! […]
How Long Do Contact Lenses Last?
If you’re a contact lens wearer, it’s natural to wonder how long your lenses really last. How often should you replace them? Do they have an expiration date? And what happens if you use them longer than recommended? Depending on the type of contact lenses, they can last anywhere from 1 day, to over a […]
