July 2021 - Doig Optometry

What is The Difference Between 100% UV Protection and Polarized Sunglasses?

When we get a sunburn, it’s the ultraviolet light that causes the burn, so it’s no secret that ultraviolet rays can be harmful. It’s also no secret that too much exposure to ultraviolet light over time can cause changes in the skin and even skin cancer. But did you know that ultraviolet light can also […]

Contact lens recycling program: Every Contact Counts

Did you know that every year, over 290 million contact lenses end up in Canadian landfills and waterways? When contact lenses in Calgary are discarded in the trash, they are sorted at recycling facilities and directed into the waste stream. Unfortunately, municipal recycling centers don’t offer contact lens recycling services in Calgary. Furthermore, up to […]