Posts Tagged ‘eye health’
June 2022 Covid Protocol & Mask Update
June 11, 2022 marked our most recent change in Covid protocol, as medical clinics are no longer covered under the Provincial mask mandate. We remain committed to providing access to eye care and our Doctors at Merivale Vision Care, Wellington Vision Care, and Ottawa Vision Therapy have elected to continue wearing masks. Patients and staff…
Read MoreEye Makeup Lifespans and How They Can Affect Your Ocular Health
We love how popular makeup has become! It’s always fun to try new looks, but, have you ever thought about how often you should be replacing makeup products to best preserve the health of your eyes? We have! Read on to find out more. Mascara You should keep your mascara tube for no longer than…
Read More4 Keys to Help Maintain Overall Eye Health
With the recent rise in health and self care, we’re always hearing about the next great workout or the newest superfood, but have you ever thought about your eye health? Until we find a way to stop the aging process, there are some easy things you can do to maintain ocular health as you grow…
Read More3 Great Reasons to Have Regular Eye Exams, Even if This Text isn’t Blurry
Most of us think of eye exams as a simple appointment to read letters from a chart then update our prescription for glasses or contacts, so it stands to reason that people who don’t wear glasses or notice changes in their vision often go years without a visit to the optometrist. However, there are some…
Read MoreBack To School Savings!
Fingers crossed that summer is here to stay, but you know that August sets us into high gear to get ourselves organized for the school year! Are your eyes and eyewear due for a back-to-school check-up? It’s always a good idea to make sure that you and your loved ones are seeing as clearly as…
Read MoreTop 5 Eye Myths Debunked
Growing up we were always told that if you cross your eyes, they will stay that way forever. Have you ever wondered if this is true? Contrary to this tall tale, the answer is no! Read more on our most commonly asked questions at Merivale Vision Care! 1. If I wear glasses will it make my vision…
Read MoreMakeup Tips for Eyeglass and Contact Lens Wearers
If you’re someone who wears eyeglasses and contacts, and you love to wear makeup this post is for you! I am going to share all of my tips and tricks with you to make the most of your makeup routine and enhance your features while using contact lenses and glasses. Here we go! Hygiene Tips…
Read MoreMVC's Spring Promo!
MVC’s Spring Sunwear Promotion is Here! Welcome back everyone! I just can’t wait to share our new Spring Promotion with all of you! Sunwear has been a hot topic on the blog as of late, and since spring has sprung and summer is on its way, it’s time to plan your sunwear wardrobe. Consider something…
Read MoreEyes on Heart Month
One of the coolest things about the human body is its complexity, and how different parts of our body are more directly connected to each other than ever thought before. Think about your eyes and your heart. At first glance, not two (or rather three!) organs you’d think would be closely related. However, your…
Read MoreDry Eye in the Winter
There’s nothing more enjoyable then sitting in your car waiting for it to defrost in –30 C weather with the heat blasting in your face. Am I right? Your eyes start to burn and feel like fire. You park your car and everything takes a drastic turn because your eyes start weeping once you step foot outside…
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