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07/01/2023

Happy Canada Day 🎆🎇🎉🎊

When Fireworks Injure the Eye?

- 14% of fireworks injuries were eye injuries.
- Children age 15 and under accounted for one-third of the total injuries.
- 65% of people injured by fireworks were bystanders.

How to Treat a Fireworks Eye Injury?

Fireworks-related eye injuries can combine blunt force trauma, heat burns and chemical exposure. An eye injury from fireworks is a medical emergency. Call 911 or seek immediate medical care. In the meantime, follow these guidelines:
Do not rub your eyes.
Do not rinse your eyes.
Do not apply pressure.
Do not remove any objects that are stuck in the eye.
Do not apply ointments or take any blood-thinning pain medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen unless directed by a doctor.

https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/injuries-fireworks-eye-safety

https://youtu.be/BIu1jFLf5Qg

Suzy the Sparkler and Freddie the Firecracker sure are a blast. But is that always a good thing? EyeSmart’s public service video gives you the blinding truth...

12/31/2021

How common are complications associated with high ?
Myopia is third leading cause of profound vision loss & blindness!
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02/24/2021

Are you experiencing eye strain due to long hours spent on digital devices?

Then you’re invited to read this interesting article investigating the short term side effects of digital screens overuse during lockdown!





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02/16/2021

📢 📅 Strict new measures come into effect on February 22 for travellers entering Canada 🇨🇦 by air ✈️.
If you are authorized to travel to 🇨🇦 , here are the steps to follow.
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01/14/2021

-19 Update: Emergency Order Effective January 14, 2021

The Ontario government has declared a second state of emergency that will take effect January 14, 2021.

The state of emergency includes a stay-at-home order that requires citizens to stay home except for essential purposes such as accessing grocery stores, pharmacies, health care services, and for essential work.

The order specifically targets social gatherings, non-essential retail, and non-essential construction. At this time, health care services such as are not included in the order.

https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/59922/ontario-declares-second-provincial-emergency-to-address-covid-19-crisis-and-save-lives

01/14/2021

COVID-19 Update: Ontario Emergency Order Effective January 14, 2021

The Ontario government has declared a second state of emergency that will take effect January 14, 2021.

The state of emergency includes a stay-at-home order that requires citizens to stay home except for essential purposes such as accessing grocery stores, pharmacies, health care services, and for essential work.

The order specifically targets social gatherings, non-essential retail, and non-essential construction. At this time, health care services such as “OPTOMETRY” are not included in the order.

https://news.ontario.ca/en/release/59922/ontario-declares-second-provincial-emergency-to-address-covid-19-crisis-and-save-lives

Details were provided today by Premier Doug Ford, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, Solicitor General Sylvia Jones, Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, and Dr. Adalsteinn (Steini) Brown, Co-Chair of the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table. "The....

05/29/2020

As per the recent update from the College of Optometrists, Optometrists can now gradually return to non-urgent care as per the revised directive.

Dr. Elakrat, would commit to providing health care to all patients in these challenging times of COVID-19.
Should you find yourself suffering from advanced eye diseases, feel free to contact us right away. We are currently accepting instant referrals and urgent cases.

We have enhanced our practice to ensure a high degree of patient safety.
We will be asking you to complete a questionnaire, observed hand cleaning, and all staff are wearing protective equipment to reduce any viral transmission.
We have reduced patient volume by greater than 50% to enhance patient safety.

* If you fail our screening protocol, we advise you to contact your primary health care provider or the Ontario Public Health Authority at 1-866-797-0000

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🗺 5-377 Burnhamthorpe Road E, Mississauga, ON L5A 3Y1

COMPREHENSIVE EYE EXAMS FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN We are pleased to inform you that our Optometry Group is now accepting patients within the Mississauga area seeking eye care. Patients requiring both complex and simple assessment are welcome.

05/26/2020

If you are worried you may have , or been exposed to someone with COVID-19, you can get tested. Visit your nearest assessment centre or contact your doctor or Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000 for information.

Find out where to get tested here: covid-19.ontario.ca/covid-19-assessment-centres |

05/07/2020

Should you wear glasses instead of contacts during the ?

The coronavirus can spread through the eyes, so to avoid touching them it’s best to wear glasses for now.

05/04/2020

👀 If you’re running out of contact lenses, we can place your order online and it will be delivered directly to your address 👁🚚📦

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04/30/2020

Are my watery, itchy eyes a sign of coronavirus or seasonal allergies?
If you aren’t sure ... Don’t panic!
If your eye symptoms are not accompanied by the main symptoms of coronavirus (fever, serious breathing issues, cough, and others listed above)!

Find out more:
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/coronavirus-versus-allergies-pink-eye

Are those watery eyes and stuffy nose symptoms of the new coronavirus or just seasonal allergies? Learn how to tell the difference.

04/08/2020

👨‍⚕️CLINIC UPDATE👩‍⚕️

To limit the potential spread of , our Optometrists will only see patients requiring urgent eye care.
All existing appointments will be rescheduled.
If you have an urgent eye care need please leave a detailed message and our optometrist will get back to you as soon as possible.

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03/30/2020

This promising study of a new prosthesis system may indicate that the product has significant potential to provide some functional vision to blind patients.

This article was reviewed by Nader Pouratian, MD, PhD

03/24/2020

To limit the potential spread of , our Optometrists at Central Parkway Eye Care will only see patients requiring urgent eye care.
All existing appointments will be rescheduled. Please call 905-272-2432 if you have an urgent eye care need.

03/13/2020

Don’t panic, may cause pink eye — but it’s rare!

Health officials believe viral pink eye, or conjunctivitis, develops in about 1% to 3% of people with coronavirus.
The virus can spread by touching discharge from an infected person’s eyes.

Experts say guarding your eyes — as well as your hands and mouth — can slow the spread of coronavirus. Here’s why the eyes are so important in the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, and 5 w

03/01/2020

The Ministry of Health has developed an information sheet about the 2019 novel coronavirus to inform Ontarians about the virus, how they can protect themselves and what to do if they think they have contracted the 2019 novel coronavirus.
The information sheet is available in multiple languages.
https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus -11


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03/01/2020

Dear families stay alert and cautious!

The Ministry of Health has developed an information sheet about the 2019 novel coronavirus to inform Ontarians about the virus, how they can protect themselves and what to do if they think they have contracted the 2019 novel coronavirus.



The information sheet is available in multiple languages.
https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus -11

Learn about how the Ministry of Health is preparing for the 2019 novel coronavirus in Ontario. Find out how to protect yourself, what to do if you’re sick after you travel and how to recognize possible symptoms. Get information in other languages

12/30/2019

An interesting ad for very interesting TV series 👀 🤓

The television production See is seeking actors who are blind or partially sighted to portray characters in Season 2 of the Apple TV+ Series.

See Storyline: Set 500 years in the future, a plague has wiped out most of humanity. Those that remained were rendered sightless. 17 years ago, a pair of twins were born with the ability to see. Their very existence is considered a threat by many and now must fight for survival.

Casting is open to candidates from across Canada. This series will be shooting in Toronto and surrounding areas from mid-late January until the end of July.

If you would like to be considered for roles in Season 2 – please send an email with a recent photo and your contact information to seeseason2casting@gmail.com.