Your vision is an essential part of your overall health, yet many Ontario residents wonder whether OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan) covers eye exams. With policies and eligibility requirements that can sometimes feel complex, understanding what’s covered and for whom is vital. When it comes to eye exam coverage, OHIP coverage depends on several factors, […]
Eye Exams
What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Regular comprehensive eye exams are a lot more important than you might think. They aren’t just about checking your vision and getting you a new prescription; they’re about looking for the signs that something may be wrong. Plenty of different eye conditions can subtly develop without showing any obvious symptoms, and your optometrist is looking […]
What Is Included in a Comprehensive Eye Exam?
Preventive healthcare includes regular eye and vision examinations because many eye and vision problems have no obvious symptoms or signs. Some vision issues can be detected during an eye exam that you may not think of, including diabetes. […]
Can Diabetes Be Detected in an Eye Exam?
Worldwide, the number of people with diabetes is rising. Today, there are more than 5.7 million Canadians living with diagnosed diabetes, and approximately one-third of Canadians already have diabetes or prediabetes and don’t know it. […]