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Taking care of your heart is important year-round. While most people associate heart health with cholesterol levels and blood pressure, few realize that the eyes can offer important clues about cardiovascular conditions. In fact, an eye exam can sometimes detect early signs of heart disease before other symptoms appear.

Heidi Panchaud, once a teacher and now a low vision therapist, is retiring after almost 18 years of service at the Waterloo Eye Institute.  

Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of vision loss in working-age adults, yet it’s often silent until damage is done. Learn how early detection and treatment can protect your sight.

New eye test based on age-appropriate tasks can lead to earlier detection and treatment of vision problems in children as young as 18 months.

Coming to the Waterloo Eye Institute optometry clinics the week of October 27 to 31? You're invited to wear a Halloween costume!

Millions of Canadians wear contact lenses, the vast majority without incident. However, improper use can lead to problems, some of them sight-threatening.

Eyes naturally change as we age. Dr. Tammy Labreche explains how, as well as detailing red flags to look out for, what can be done if you have eye disease, and how best to look after your eye health.

The outgoing 2024-25 optometry residents are looking forward to applying lessons learned from 13 months of expert mentorship in specialized areas to their future careers.

As a resident in pediatric optometry, with a focus on binocular vision, Dr. Joanne Jin has gained experience in advanced patient care.

Dr. Julie Shalhoub shares how eye exams are performed on children as well as what conditions your optometrist looks for when assessing your child's eye health. Learn more about binocular vision treatment and myopia control at the Waterloo Eye Institute.