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Is Myopia Genetic or Lifestyle Related? Understanding the Causes

If you or your partner wear glasses for distance vision, you might find yourself wondering if your child is destined…

5 Signs Your Child’s Vision May Be Changing: A Guide for Parents

At Ambleside Family Optometry, we believe that clear vision is the foundation for a child’s success in school, sports, and…

How Screen Habits Affect Eye Health at Any Age

Screens are part of everyday life. From work and school to entertainment and communication, most people spend hours each day…

When Nearsightedness Becomes More Than Just Glasses

For many years, nearsightedness, also known as myopia, was treated as a straightforward vision issue. If distance vision became blurry,…

How Myopia Changes as Kids Grow

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, often begins during childhood and can change quickly as a child grows. Because children’s eyes…

Restaurants Within a 15-Minute Drive of Ambleside

Whether you are heading to an appointment, running errands nearby, or planning a meal before or after your visit, there…

Why Eye Exams Matter for More Than Just Vision

Many people think of eye exams as something you only need when your vision becomes blurry or your glasses stop…

Myopia Around the World and Why It Matters Here in Edmonton

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is no longer just a local concern addressed during routine eye exams. It has become…

Why Sunglasses Matter Even in January

Many people think of sunglasses as a summer accessory, but winter can be just as demanding on your eyes. In…

Eye Redness That Won’t Go Away? Common Causes and When It’s Serious

If you want to start the new year feeling refreshed, healthy, and confident, ongoing eye redness can feel like the…