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The Unseen Threat: Dry Eye Disease in the Workplace

When you think of workplace eye safety, the first image that might pop into your mind is a construction worker wearing giant plastic eye shields that fit over glasses. And you’d be right; it’s important to wear protective safety glasses if working with flying objects or debris, and sunglasses if you’re outside. But did you...

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A young woman sitting at a desk in an office, facing a laptop and a tablet. She has her hands pushed up against the bridge of her nose and has a look of discomfort on her face. Her eyes are closed. The office is illuminated in a soft blue light.

Healthy Solutions for Digital Eye Strain

Whether it's for work, school, or play, you might be spending a lot of time on a screen. Here are some tips to protect against digital eye strain.

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Is it Wildfire Smoke or Dry Eye Disease?

In British Columbia, it’s wildfire season again. This year has been especially bad for wildfires in Canada. Depending where you live or where you travel, you might be encountering a lot more wildfire smoke than normal. All that smoke contains particles and matter which can greatly irritate your eyes, and can cause symptoms that are...

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How To Manage Your Dry Eye With Diet

Dry eye disease is a common condition that can be uncomfortable and cause blurred vision. If you suffer from dry eye, the good news is that you may be able to ease the symptoms by making some small changes to your diet. Omega-3 fatty acids Foods with omega-3 fatty acids help stop dry eye. Omega-3s...

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