Dr. Maximillian GoliJun 24, 20203 minDigging into the research around UV exposureUV radiation (UV) has both positive and negative effects on human health. On the positive side, UV is known to mediate the natural...
Dr. Maximillian GoliJun 24, 20202 minIts time to be UV smart!Sunglasses: Your Prescription for Eye Health Next time you step outside to enjoy the summer sun, don’t forget to bring a pair of...
Dr. Maximillian GoliFeb 26, 20202 minProtect Your Eyes From Too Much Screen TimeA recent study found that the average office worker spends 1,700 hrs/year in front of a computer screen. And that doesn’t include our...
Dr. Maximillian GoliFeb 6, 20203 min7 Ways to Protect Your Eyes from Age-Related Macular DegenerationAge-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of blindness over age 50, affecting about 1.4 million Canadians....
Dr. Maximillian GoliJan 31, 20203 minLifestyle Choices May Help Glaucoma Patients Preserve EyeSightGlaucoma is one of the leading causes of vision loss in North America. Because there are no symptoms early on, close to half of people...
Langley OptometristMay 13, 20191 minMyopia is a Global Health ProblemTime is running out! In 30 years, 50% of the world's population will be myopic. If we do not act now - myopia will have an immense impact...
Langley OptometristDec 3, 20182 minDiabetes and Serious Eye DiseasesPeople with diabetes are at increased risk of developing serious eye diseases, yet most do not have sight-saving, annual eye exams. ...
Langley OptometristOct 3, 20182 minUnderstanding your PrescriptionA prescription for eyeglasses or contacts indicates the degree your eyes are out of focus and contains the specifications of lens...
Langley OptometristSep 19, 20181 minOct 11 is World Sight Day!At Cornerstone Optometry, we care about protecting the vision of our patients. As optometrists, we also care about people around the...
Langley OptometristAug 3, 20182 minIts almost back to school time! Good vision and overall eye health are vital to learningBack-to-school time is just around the corner, and the scramble to buy school clothes and new pencils, backpacks and notebooks will...
Langley OptometristJul 13, 20182 minJuly is UV Safety MonthStudies show that long-term exposure to bright sunlight may increase the risk of cataracts and growths on the eye, including cancer. UV...
Langley OptometristJun 11, 20182 minThree Things to Know About CataractsJune is cataract awareness month and Cornerstone Optometry would like to share some things about the eye condition and its treatment. As...
Langley OptometristApr 9, 20181 minHope for effectively treating wet-type macular degenerationA partnership of Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, the University College London Institute of Ophthalmology and the National...
Langley OptometristFeb 5, 20181 minMyopia Control: Slowing Down Myopia in ChildrenAt the start of the year, exciting news came out of CooperVision® Canada with the launch of MiSight® 1-day contact lenses. Currently in...
Langley OptometristFeb 4, 20182 min5 Tips to Protect Against Macular DegenerationGet regular comprehensive medical eye exams. AMD often has no early warning signs, so getting regular comprehensive eye exams is critical...
Langley OptometristFeb 4, 20181 minFebruary is Macular Degeneration Awareness MonthAge-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of blindness among seniors, affecting approximately 3 million people...
Langley OptometristJan 24, 20181 minGlaucoma Awareness MonthEarly Detection is Critical to Treating Glaucoma Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss worldwide. It affects more than 3.5 million...
Langley OptometristDec 27, 20171 minFish Oil Provides Protection for Cells Involved in VisionOne of the polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) foound in fish oils is omega-3 (docosahexaenoic acid or DHA). Research done by a team of...
Langley OptometristNov 11, 20171 minEnjoy activities in the snow but protect the skin around your eyesWhen you're out on the slopes this winter, be aware that prolonged UV exposure increases your risk of certain facial skin cancers. A lot...
Langley OptometristOct 20, 20171 minFarsighted children are more likely to have attention difficulties at schoolChildren in preschool and kinder who have hyperopia or farsightedness have been found to perform poorly at visual attention tests. In a...