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Welcome to WiF's blog! Here, you'll find articles ranging from advancements in healthcare to taking care of your vision–all written by our Executive Team and Research Development Committee.
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Development of Vision in Teens to Adults: At What Age Does it Stabilize?
Vision does not stabilize at a particular age; rather, it is a gradual process where vision begins developing from childhood through adolescence and finally stabilizes in early adulthood.
Jan 92 min read


Are Screens Bad for Your Eyes?
You have probably heard of it before: do not watch too much TV or your eyes will go square! Right? Well, not necessarily.
Dec 13, 20252 min read


Lack of Vision Care in Low-Income Countries
Citizens of low-income countries often face countless challenges such as the lack of education, healthcare and other aspects that relate to one’s quality of life. Yet, no one ever stops to consider the lack of vision care that these citizens have, too.
Nov 26, 20252 min read


Blurry Vision? It Might be Refractive Error
Ever have blurry vision? That might be because your eyes have refractive errors-one of the most common eye problems that we face. This occurs when the shape of your eyeball, cornea or lens prevents light from correctly focusing on the retina.
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Optometrists vs Ophthalmologist: Understanding the Key Differences
Many people assume all eye doctors are the same, but in reality, there are important distinctions between the different professionals who care for our eyes. Knowing these differences can be essential to your health because choosing the right doctor could mean the difference between proper treatment and serious complications, such as going blind.
Sep 7, 20252 min read


Debunking Vision Myths: These Claims Are Lying To You
Imagine it is a sweltering Saturday afternoon and you are craving a refreshing snack. There are two options in front of you: a container of carrots and a popsicle.
May 17, 20243 min read


An Experimental Treatment For Diabetic Complications
Did you know that about 422 million people worldwide have diabetes?
May 17, 20242 min read


The Connection Between Genetics and Eye Health
The eye, one of the most complex parts of the human body, gives us the ability to perceive the world in detail. However, like any other systems in our body, the eye is prone to various conditions that can impair vision.
May 17, 20242 min read


Neuro-Ophthalmology: An Eye-Brain Connection
Did you know that the brain is really where the image of what you see is created?
May 16, 20242 min read


An Insight into Ocular Prosthetics
Every year, over 55 million eye injuries occur, often causing many individuals to lose one or both eyes. The solution to this issue lies in cosmetics and the use of ocular prosthetics, also known as artificial eyes.
Apr 11, 20242 min read


The Connection Between Hormone and Vision
Hormones are chemicals that act as messengers to control activity throughout the body. They play a crucial role in several bodily...
Apr 11, 20242 min read


The Importance of Regular Eye Exams
Imagine scrolling on your phone or reading a book, when suddenly the words start to blur. Perhaps you've been experiencing headaches or...
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Managing Presbyopia: The Old Eye
Health magazines and advertisements constantly bombard senior communities with telltale signs of bones weakening or the development of...
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Bluelight Glasses: Do they work?
The effects of blue light on a person’s eyes are of a greater concern now than ever before. With the overall increase of screentime, the...
Jun 25, 20222 min read


What Happens To The Eyes When You Sleep?
Sleep is what many consider to be one of their favourite pastimes. It allows the mind to rest, while simultaneously alleviating loads of...
Jun 25, 20222 min read


The Relationship between Sleep and Glaucoma
Sleep is a necessary part of our everyday lives, and while it is associated with being a period of rest and healing, many factors in...
May 21, 20222 min read


Glowing Eyes in Flash Photography
A photographer takes a picture of a group of children with the flash on. Some of them exhibit eyes with a white and yellow glow (shown...
May 21, 20222 min read


A Familiar Face
Have you ever seen a stranger in public whose face seems eerily familiar? Or maybe a fellow student in the hallways, who you swear you’ve...
May 21, 20223 min read


Spiders vs Spider-Man: Who has better eyesight?
In 1962, Marvel Comics introduced the Spider-Man franchise, in which a boy named Peter Parker is granted the capabilities of a spider. He...
Apr 10, 20222 min read


Drug Production in Ophthalmology: Biosimilars and Biobetters
With drug production being one of the largest industries in the world, oftentimes there are exorbitant costs when it comes to treating...
Apr 10, 20222 min read
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