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Why Do My Eyeballs Hurt When I Wake Up?

Waking up with dry, irritated eyes can put a damper on the start of your day. If you often find yourself rubbing your eyes as soon as you wake up or reaching for eye drops before your first cup of coffee, you’re not alone. Morning dry eye is a common concern. Various factors, including your…

A young adult working at their computer, rubbing their eyes due to digital eye strain.

Digital Eye Strain, Eye Care, Glasses • March 14, 2025

Do Blue Light Glasses Help With Headaches?

We're surrounded by screens in our everyday life. With easy access to LEDs, screens, televisions, and more, many people notice these screens affect their eyes. It's often due to something called blue light, a particular wavelength that causes all kinds of side effects. So what can you do? If you regularly deal with strain and…

An Ontario optometrist assesses their patient's visual acuity during a routine eye exam.

Eye Care, Eye Exam, Insurance Coverage • January 29, 2025

How Much is an Eye Exam in Ontario?

There is never a one-size-fits-all approach to healthcare, and eye exams are no exception. Ontario has no fixed rate for eye exams. A standard eye exam can range from $120 to $250 depending on factors like the thoroughness of the exam, the technology used, optometrist expertise, and clinic location. The doctors at First Optometry value…