The blog
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Good Food for a Better Immune System
The benefits of a balanced, nutritious diet can never be overstated. Almost all of us can maintain the right balance of our immune defences simply by filling our plates daily...
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Buying sunglasses, a love story
While loving sunglasses is easy, choosing the perfect pair for function and fashion can be tricky. Like beautiful shoes that pinch, sunglasses minus comfortable vision are a bad investment. ...
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IRIS helping build Canada’s leading eye and vision care centre of excellence
A major gift from IRIS brings the Waterloo Eye Institute a significant step closer to reality Thanks to a leadership gift from IRIS The Visual Group, the University of Waterloo’s...
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Even Indoors, Your Eyes Need Protection
Your eyes are precious. They're your window on the world. That's why we want to keep them healthy for the rest of your life. Here are a few tips for...
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Eyewear Maintenance Guide - Keep your eyewear in great shape
Looking after your eyewear pays off with frames that last longer and lenses that perform their best. Take a minute to read our eyewear maintenance guide, and you’ll see the...
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The Role of the Optician at IRIS
Many of us come to them for advice on choosing glasses, contact lenses and/or sunglasses. But what exactly is the optician's role? We'd like to tell you more about the...
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Hot Flashes and Menopause - More Than the Effects of a Heatwave
Hot flashes: an irritating symptom The most significant irritant of menopause is undoubtedly hot flashes. They can affect many aspects of your life, from sleep quality to social relationships. Did...
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IRIS and the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Waterloo
IRIS is a proud Canadian company that is passionate about vision. We work hard, we play hard, and we have fun striving to be the best at what we do....
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Question to an Optometrist: What Are the Educational Requirements to Become an Optometrist?
To become an optometrist, you must first have a scientific mind, keen interest, and curiosity for the health field. University studies in optometry are very demanding and limited. After college...
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Gardening Season - Tips to Protect Your Eyes
Gardening provides many benefits like the scent of flowers, fruit and vegetables which elevate your mood, or the enjoyment of a salad harvested fresh from your backyard. Whether you have...
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What Is the Difference Between an Optometrist and an Optician?
Do you know the difference between an optician and an optometrist? Although they both work in the field of eye care, each one has a very different role and a...
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The Importance of Sunglasses
No one can deny the wonderful effects of sunny days on your mood, energy, and immune system, all thanks to essential vitamin D provided gratis by the sun. Indeed, time...
