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Eye care tips, eyewear guides, and vision health articles from our Okotoks team.

Difference Between Cylindrical and Spherical Power in Eye Prescriptions

You just picked up your eye prescription and it is covered in numbers, plus signs, minus signs, and abbreviations...

2025-01-01

The Role of Eye Health in Outdoor Recreation: Protecting Vision During Activities

Southern Alberta is a paradise for outdoor recreation. From skiing and snowboarding in the Rockies to hiking the...

2025-01-01

How Much Light is Required for Good Vision?

Understand how much light you *really* need to see clearly! This guide covers lux levels, optimal lighting for...

2024-12-23

Eyeglasses for Musicians: Frames That Enhance Comfort During Performances

Find the perfect eyeglasses for musicians! Explore comfortable & stylish frames designed for performance, stage...

2024-12-16

Contact Lenses for Swimming: Clear Vision in the Water Without Glasses

Swim with clear vision! Learn about the best contact lenses for swimming, plus tips for comfort, safety, &...

2024-12-16

Prescription Eyeglasses for Welders: Safety Ratings Explained

This is not one of those articles where the advice is "it depends on your preferences." If you weld, you need proper...

2024-12-15

The Benefits of Sports Glasses: Protection and Performance Enhancement for Athletes

As an optometrist with years of experience fitting athletes of all levels, from weekend warriors to competitive...

2024-12-15

Polarized vs Tinted Sunglasses: When Each One Is Better

"Are these polarized?" is one of the most common questions we get when someone is looking at sunglasses. And the...

2024-12-15

The Impact of Eye Health on Driving Safety: Addressing Vision Issues for Safer Roads

Poor vision significantly impacts driving safety. Learn about common eye conditions, how they affect your ability to...

2024-12-12

Sunglasses for Paintball: Eye Protection and Visibility Enhancement for Players

Paintball sunglasses: Protect your eyes & enhance visibility on the field! Learn about lens tints, frame...

2024-12-11

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