Eye Care
Baby’s Eyes Needs UV Protection Too
Even though babies can’t wear traditional sunglasses, they still require UV protection for their eyes, warns the B.C. Association of Optometrists. Cranbrook optometrist Dr. Bednarczyk says damage from ultra-violet light has a cumulative effect, so it’s better to start protecting children’s eyes while they are young. “Over time, UV radiation can damage the cornea, lens or retina of the eyes, and can be linked to a number of eye disorders including cataracts, macular degeneration and cancer,” says Dr. Bednarczyk. Read more
BC Optometrists offer tips for water-sport eye safety
BC optometrists remind swimmers, hot-tub and water-sport enthusiasts to take care of their eyes while enjoying water fun this summer. “Just because it’s summer, doesn’t mean your eye health and safety practices can take a vacation,” says B.C. optometrist, Dr. John Kemp, who practises in the Okanagan, a Mecca for water lovers. Read more
InSight Developmental Learning
InSight Developmental Learning is a pediatric eye clinic dedicated to your child’s success. Vision is a learned skill involved with nearly all aspects of development. When working well, it guides nearly all that we do but if not working well, it impedes. The most rapid and profound changes in a child’s brain and vision development happen in the first 3 years and if not detected early, vision problems may cause a lifetime of impairment. Read more
How can a baby tell you what they see?
A -A child does not need to speak or know the alphabet to have their eyes examined. Read more
Your Baby’s Eye Exam
The Canadian Optometric Association recommends that all children have a routine eye examination by 6 months of age. Read more
