You might think your eyes look healthy from the outside, but some of the most serious eye conditions develop silently in the back of your eye. Your retina, the light-sensitive tissue that sends visual signals to your brain, can show early warning signs of both eye diseases and serious health problems affecting your entire body. […]
An eye exam checks more than just your vision. It also gives us a chance to look for signs of underlying health conditions. Eye exams vary in length depending on your needs, so knowing what to expect can help you feel more prepared and help you make the most of your time. Here’s a breakdown […]
Macular degeneration is a common eye condition that, without treatment, can result in significant vision loss. It mostly affects people over the age of 50, making regular eye exams essential as you age. The early warning signs of macular degeneration, such as slow recovery from bright lights, blurriness, or low night vision, can be easy […]
Navigating healthcare can be tricky, especially when it comes to understanding what services are covered by insurance. For British Columbians, figuring out if the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) covers eye exams is one example. The BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) provides some coverage towards routine eye exams for residents under 19 and over 65 […]
Lake Country Optometry
