By Dr. Nadine Shelton Eating with eye health in mind Remember that conversation over the dinner table, way back when, we’re told to “eat your vegetables” because “it’s good for your eyes”? Keep reading, as we’ll get in to some of the truths of that statement. Understanding the reasons why particular foods are beneficial is key to making informed decisions … Read More
Spring Allergens and Your Eye Health
By Dr. Nadine Shelton Spring Allergens The snow has finally melted, the grass is growing and flowers will be blooming soon which, gives rise to a common problem that I see in the spring is eye allergies. Here are some tips to help treat and ease some common symptoms: Minimize your contact with known allergy triggers: avoid going outside when … Read More
Keratoconus Eye Disease
By Dr. Nadine Shelton Keratoconus Eye Disease Background A couple of weeks ago, I was checking the CBC app on my phone and came across a story about a lady in Ontario who had been diagnosed with Keratoconus. Ontario Health does not cover Collagen cross-linking corneal surgery (CXS) hence, sharing her story with the media. (http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ottawa/ottawa-woman-facing-blindness-pleads-with-province-to-cover-sight-saving-procedure-1.4594136). A few patients have … Read More
Got Dry Eyes?
Dry Eyes Have you experienced scratchy eyes or tearing eyes lately? They both represent dry eye symptoms and even though these seem like different problems. Other symptoms can include intermittent blurred vision, stinging eyes, red eyes and a sensation of heavy eyelids. Dry eyes occur when the quantity or quality of your tears fails to keep the surface of your … Read More