by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 26, 2020 | Eye Conditions, Eye Infections / Disease
What is fibromyalgia? An estimated 1.1 million Canadians are affected by fibromyalgia. May 12th is Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, which is intended to bring both the public’s and doctors’ attention to this chronic pain syndrome. Fibromyalgia is complicated, and...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 26, 2020 | Doctors
Experts say guarding your eyes — as well as your hands and mouth — can slow the spread of coronavirus. Here’s why it’s important to protect your eyes during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, and five ways you can help yourself and others....
by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 19, 2020 | Glaucoma
If you were hoping that CBD, or cannabidiol, would offer a natural glaucoma remedy, the latest research is a downer. A new study suggests that CBD doesn’t lower eye pressure, it raises it. That’s bad because high eye pressure is the primary risk factor for...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 12, 2020 | Doctors
Illness Severity The complete clinical picture with regard to COVID-19 is not fully known. Reported illnesses have ranged from very mild (including some with no reported symptoms) to severe, including illness resulting in death. While information so far suggests that...
by Dr. Michael Garin | Mar 5, 2020 | Eye Conditions
Overview Tears serve several key roles in your body. They keep your eyes lubricated and help to wash away foreign particles and dust. They are also a component of your immune system that protect you against infection. Glands under the skin of your upper eyelids...
