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Is Bad Vision Genetic?

A child wearing round glasses hugs their parent, also wearing glasses, from behind while they work on a computer.

Vision problems can be concerning, especially for parents who want the best health outcomes for their children. If you or your partner–or any of your family members–have poor eyesight or eye diseases, your children could potentially inherit this. While poor eyesight is impacted by various factors, such as age, health, environment, and lifestyle, genetics often […]

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How Often Should My Child Have an Eye Exam?

A boy undergoes a slit lamp exam during an eye exam.

Eye exams are an important part of maintaining good eye health, and this is especially true for children. As they grow and develop, their vision can change rapidly, making regular eye exams essential. However, several factors can influence how often your child should have an eye exam. These include their age, family history of eye […]

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When Should My Child Have Their First Eye Exam?

A female optometrist uses a slit lamp to examine a young boy's eyes

The Alberta Optometric Association recommends that children have their first comprehensive eye exam between 6 and 9 months of age, the second between 2 and 5 years old, and then every year after that. However, if your child is exhibiting any symptoms of vision problems or has a family history of certain eye conditions, they may need to have their first eye exam earlier. […]

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Find Us In Bonnyville & St. Paul

Bonnyville

Find us on the corner of Main & 52nd Street, across from Westline Autowash.

As you may already be aware, Alberta Health Services has recently cut back coverage on optometry services. These changes were unexpected. We are extremely disappointed with their decision and how they handled bringing about this change.

To maintain the high quality of care that you have come to expect at our clinic, there will now be a fee for most eyecare services that were previously fully covered by AHS. If you would like to know how this affects you, please call our clinic at 780-826-4437 and one of our team members would be happy to assist you. You are also welcome to contact your local MLA to voice any concerns you may have with these changes in coverage. 

Thank you for your understanding and your continued support.

  • 5201 50 Avenue
  • Bonnyville, AB T9N 2G6

St. Paul

You can find us on 51st Avenue, next to the Fire Hall.

As you may already be aware, Alberta Health Services has recently cut back coverage on optometry services. These changes were unexpected. We are extremely disappointed with their decision and how they handled bringing about this change.

To maintain the high quality of care that you have come to expect at our clinic, there will now be a fee for most eyecare services that were previously fully covered by AHS. If you would like to know how this affects you, please call our clinic at 780-826-4437 and one of our team members would be happy to assist you. You are also welcome to contact your local MLA to voice any concerns you may have with these changes in coverage. 

Thank you for your understanding and your continued support.

  • 4916 51 Avenue
  • St. Paul, AB T0A 3A0

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Do I Need Glasses With 20/30 Vision?

Eye Care, Eye Exams, Eye Health

When it comes to our perception of “good vision” some consider 20/20 vision to be standard, and to some degree, it is. Think of it as the baseline standard for “average” eyesight.  This ratio represents visual acuity, which measures the sharpness and clarity of our vision. Having 20/20 means you can see detail at 20 […]

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February 13, 2025
Lakeland Family Eyecare

Is Bad Vision Genetic?

Children’s Eye Care, Eye Health

Vision problems can be concerning, especially for parents who want the best health outcomes for their children. If you or your partner–or any of your family members–have poor eyesight or eye diseases, your children could potentially inherit this. While poor eyesight is impacted by various factors, such as age, health, environment, and lifestyle, genetics often […]

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January 17, 2025
Lakeland Family Eyecare

How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

Digital Eye Strain, Eye Therapy

While eye strain can be frustrating, the good news is that it’s usually a temporary inconvenience. By incorporating proper screen-use habits and maintaining eye health, you can minimize its effects and avoid long-term discomfort. […]

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December 23, 2024
Lakeland Family Eyecare
A person in front of a bright, blue background happily wears bold eyeglasses.

When it comes to our perception of “good vision” some consider 20/20 vision to be standard, and to some degree, it is. Think of it as the baseline standard for “average” eyesight.  This ratio represents visual acuity, which measures the sharpness and clarity of our vision. Having 20/20 means you can see detail at 20 […]

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A child wearing round glasses hugs their parent, also wearing glasses, from behind while they work on a computer.

Vision problems can be concerning, especially for parents who want the best health outcomes for their children. If you or your partner–or any of your family members–have poor eyesight or eye diseases, your children could potentially inherit this. While poor eyesight is impacted by various factors, such as age, health, environment, and lifestyle, genetics often […]

Read More… from Is Bad Vision Genetic?

A young woman removing her glasses and pinching her nose as she takes a break from her computer screen.

While eye strain can be frustrating, the good news is that it’s usually a temporary inconvenience. By incorporating proper screen-use habits and maintaining eye health, you can minimize its effects and avoid long-term discomfort. […]

Read More… from How Long Does Eye Strain Last?

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