
Can Stress Cause Dry Eyes? The Cortisol Connection
(I-MED Pharma) Stress can affect far more than your mood. It influences many systems and organs in the body, including your eyes. When stress

(I-MED Pharma) Stress can affect far more than your mood. It influences many systems and organs in the body, including your eyes. When stress

Dry eye care works best when it follows a structured, repeatable routine instead of one-off temporary fixes. This is the foundation of our 4-Stepped Approach

(I-MED Pharma) As students head back to school, their daily screen time often rises sharply. Laptops, tablets, and smartphones are central to both learning and

If you’re experiencing dry, irritated, or watery eyes, you’re not alone. Dry Eye Disease (DED) is one of the most common conditions treated by eye

(I-MED Pharma) Did you know that Dry Eye Disease (DED) is not as simple as just a lack of moisture? In fact, the condition is

(I-MED Pharma) There’s nothing like a dip in the pool on a hot summer’s day – until you’re done swimming and your eyes are red,

(I-MED Pharma) Spring has finally arrived! And with it come gentle rain, blooming flowers, and… dry, itchy eyes. In this article, we’re taking a closer

(I-MED Pharma) Did you know that most North Americans don’t get enough omega-3 from their diet[1]? Because these fatty acids play a key role in

(I-MED Pharma) Updated February 2026 with the latest recommendations for keeping up with a stepped dry eye care management routine at home and when travelling. When

(I-MED Pharma) The ever-increasing time we spend staring at screens in the digital age means that our eyes are not only drier, they’re also being

(I-MED Pharma) Whether you regularly wake up with dry eyes or experience dry or gritty eyes at night, we’re here to shed some light on

(I-MED Pharma) The year is wrapping up, and we’re taking a moment to look back on some of the remarkable moments that took place during

(I-MED Pharma) When you wear contact lenses and suffer from dry eyes, a comprehensive eye care routine is crucial, but finding the right eye drops

(I-MED Pharma) Alopecia is an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss, typically on the head, but it can occur in other places on the body.

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(I-MED Pharma) It’s the start of a new era here at imedpharma.com! We are incredibly proud to announce the launch of a new and improved

(I-MED Pharma) Are you an eye care professional in Canada who is looking to: Provide an enhanced experience for your dry eye patients that will

(I-MED Pharma) It’s common to think of dry eye disease as something that predominantly affects people as they get older. Although it’s common for dry

(I-MED Pharma) Plastic surgery, or cosmetic surgery, is a broad term that encompasses a wide spectrum of cosmetic procedures and/or surgeries. Plastic surgery can be

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye disease is on the rise. One of the risk factors of dry eye to consider is our ever-changing environment. The change

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye disease is a multifactorial disease that can cause a wide variety of symptoms. Due to its complexity, diagnosing dry eye can

(I-MED Pharma) Most people are back at the office and while this may come as a change of routine for some, it may also be

(I-MED Pharma) Red, itchy, inflamed eyes that burn… How’s one to tell if that’s the gift that comes with the onset of spring, or dry

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye syndrome statistically affects women more than men. A theory for this is that hormones cause dry eyes, and these hormone changes

(I-MED Pharma) Last updated: November 2025 With growing awareness around the role of lifestyle choices in eye health, eye care professionals continue to emphasize moderation

(I-MED Pharma) Do you ever feel like your dry eye and headache symptoms are related? You’re not alone. Many people experience both headache symptoms along

(I-MED Pharma) And that’s a wrap! As 2023 comes to a close, we look back on another incredible year full of new milestones. Product launches

(I-MED Pharma) It’s well-known that physical activity is good for overall health, but did you know that physical exercise can also help improve symptoms of

(I-MED Pharma) Long eyelashes have been a staple of beauty and cosmetic focus for centuries. Mascara, false lashes, magnetic lashes, and more have risen in

(I-MED Pharma) It is estimated that dry eye disease affects over 340 million people worldwide. Due to its pervasiveness, it has recently been recognized as

(I-MED Pharma) UPDATED JULY 2025 As of June 2025, an international consensus has officially adopted the name Sjögren’s Disease in place of Sjögren’s Syndrome. This

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye is often a chronic disease that can cause patients to experience both discomforting physical symptoms as well as mental distress, thereby

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye disease (DED) is a condition that affects over 340 million people worldwide. There are two forms of DED: evaporative dry eye

Updated September 2023 (I-MED Pharma) As the saying goes, “you are what you eat,” so who’s to say that what you eat can’t also help

(I-MED Pharma) Another successful year in the world of I-MED Pharma has come to an end, and it is with great pride that we take

(I-MED Pharma) UPDATED NOVEMBER 2025 As of 2025, about one in ten Canadians live with diagnosed diabetes[8], and the overall number rises closer to one

(I-MED Pharma) The following tale was told to me one dark, Halloween night, deep in the warehouse of I-MED Pharma and is written here in

(I-MED Pharma) Do you have dry eyes? If so, you’re not alone, as approximately 30% of Canadians suffer from dry eye disease. Are your dry

(I-MED Pharma) Author’s Note: Antonio Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons” is a perfect listening companion to this read. Dry eye disease can be a chronic condition

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye is a growing concern. With an estimated 30% of the Canadian population suffering from this disease, it’s important to remember that

(I-MED Pharma) The face of dry eye is changing, no longer the traditional image of a post-menopausal woman, because this prevalent disease can affect anyone

(I-MED Pharma) Updated May 2023: Since the initial release of this blog post, I-VU® OMEGA now contains increased levels of DPA. Our daily diet has

(I-MED Pharma) Hey gamers, didn’t see that sniper lurking across the map? Maybe it’s because you’ve got dry eyes! Next time, manage those dry eye

(I-MED Pharma) Did you know that woman over the age of 50 have a higher risk of dry eye problems? According to the American Academy

(I-MED Pharma) It’s the end of the year, one of our busiest yet, and this holiday season we would like to take a moment to

(I-MED Pharma) With Benjamin Itzkow, O.D. “It is very important to ask the question about whether a patient has dry eye, because if you don’t

(I-MED Pharma) Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is a major factor in Dry Eye Disease (DED), with upwards of 86% of DED sufferers showing evidence of

Seeking Personalized, Holistic Treatment for Ocular and Mental Health, Part II (I-MED Pharma) with Anu Chiarelli, MA, RN In Part I of this two-part blog

How DED Can Impact Mental Health, Part I (I-MED Pharma) with Anu Chiarelli, MA, RN Dry eye is a disease that affects the ocular surface

(I-MED Pharma) As the understanding of dry eye disease (DED) increases, so too does the awareness around effective treatment solutions that help in managing this

(I-MED Pharma) The summer solstice, which happens in June, marks the astronomical start of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphere, meaning longer days, more

(I-MED Pharma) The cosmetics industry is one of the most successful markets in the world. For many people, cosmetics are a part of their everyday

(I-MED Pharma) Many people look forward to the rising temperatures after a long winter season and for good reason! However, for millions of people worldwide,

(I-MED Pharma) One of the first steps in managing dry eye disease, a multifactorial condition of the ocular surface, is with tear replacement therapy through

(I-MED Pharma) Even before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, we were probably guilty of spending a little too much time staring at screens. Now,

(I-MED Pharma) Eye care professionals understand the importance of having a daily ocular hygiene regimen for patients who are experiencing eye irritation, dryness, discomfort, or

(I-MED Pharma) The current coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic and the worldwide efforts made to reduce the spread of infection has had an impact on many

(I-MED Pharma) Despite dry eyes being one of the most common complaints at ophthalmic practices,[1] dry eye disease remains a condition mainly diagnosed through signs

(I-MED Pharma) We spend about a third of our lives sleeping, and while the exact purpose of sleep is not known, what is known is

(I-MED Pharma) Dry Eye Disease is a common, worldwide disorder that affects over 6.3 million people in Canada alone.[1] The accompanied symptoms of Dry Eye

(I-MED Pharma) Do your patients ever wake up with crusty eyelids and clumped up lashes? Do they suffer from irritation, dryness, discomfort, or grittiness in

(I-MED Pharma) Don’t ignore your eye health. Dry eye disease is a common condition that can affect anyone at any age. It is more important

(I-MED Pharma) Being able to offer patients innovative solutions that have long-lasting effects for their dry eye symptoms can change the scope of an eye

(I-MED Pharma) To the essential personnel on the front lines of this global health crisis, we at I-MED Pharma thank you. During this difficult time,

(I-MED Pharma) I-MED PHARMA Inc., Your Leader in Ocular Surface Disorder Management, is proud to announce the launch of our new and improved website www.imedpharma.com.
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