Canadian Association of Optometrists

Vision care is health care: Canada's vision health stakeholders collectively stress the need to support vision care in federal budget

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Private, Overalls, U.S. federal government response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hospital Insurance and Diagnostic Services Act, Paratriathlon, Visual impairment, Quality of life, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Research, Federal, Government, Parliament, Federation, Person-centered therapy, Long COVID, Eye, Computer science and engineering, Government of Canada, Diagnosis, Health, Public Health Agency, American Ophthalmological Society, Health insurance, Pharmaceutical industry, Management, Optometry

More than 1.2 million Canadians live with vision loss today, and over 8 million Canadians live with one of the four major eye diseases.

Key Points: 
  • More than 1.2 million Canadians live with vision loss today, and over 8 million Canadians live with one of the four major eye diseases.
  • In 2019, the total cost of vision loss in Canada was $32.9 billion, resulting in 9.5 billion in direct health system costs.
  • Given the importance of vision health and its substantial impact on overall health spending, the national vision health stakeholders look forward to having further discussions with the Government of Canada to see where vision care can be supported under this new budget.
  • With the goal of working collaboratively with provinces and territories, the strategies developed will create efficient, cost-effective access to eye health and vision care to all Canadians.

Eye care tips for March break travelers: the Canadian Ophthalmological Society

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Optometry, Haze, Retinal detachment, Diagnosis, Air travel, American Ophthalmological Society, Travel, Risk, Contact, Dry, Eye, Macular degeneration, Paratriathlon, Partnership, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Atmosphere, Public Health Agency, Diabetes, Public Health Agency of Canada, Static pressure, Temperature, Dentistry, Personal protective equipment, Veterinary medicine

The most common eye complaints during air travel are dry eyes, itchy eyes, and watering eyes.

Key Points: 
  • The most common eye complaints during air travel are dry eyes, itchy eyes, and watering eyes.
  • If dryness remains a problem, you can use lubricating eye drops or wear a mask when sleeping.
  • Keep the eye clean and avoid having the eye and surgical wound dry out on the flight.
  • To learn more about the four major eye diseases including the risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment, visit seethepossibilities.ca .

You can't change your age but you can take action to reduce your risk of developing AMD: Canadian Ophthalmological Society

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Paratriathlon, McMaster University, Smoking, COS, Public Health Agency, AMD, Patient, Eye, Reading, American Ophthalmological Society, Risk, Partnership, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Public Health Agency of Canada, Optometry, Cryptocurrency, Video game, Pharmaceutical industry, Amsler, Ophthalmology

As February marks AMD Awareness Month, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to educate Canadians on the various complications, associated risk factors and innovations surrounding detection and treatment of AMD.

Key Points: 
  • As February marks AMD Awareness Month, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to educate Canadians on the various complications, associated risk factors and innovations surrounding detection and treatment of AMD.
  • Apart from age, other risk factors for AMD include smoking and family history.
  • "We are committed to raising awareness and educating Canadians on the importance of early detection and management of AMD," says Dr. Phil Hooper, President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.
  • To learn more about the treatment of AMD, or to take the AMD test, visit seethepossibilities.ca .

Purchasing safe toys for children this holiday season can reduce risk of eye trauma: Canadian Ophthalmological Society

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 7, 2022
ASTM, Probability, CMA, Aerosol, Abrasion (medical), Ageing, Video, Surgeon, Continuing medical education, COS, RCPSC, Diagnosis, Health policy, Society, Eye, Chronic pain, American Ophthalmological Society, Partnership, Eye injury, COVID, CSA Group, Laser, Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, Ophthalmology, Myopia, Optometry, Child, Parent, Royal college, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Government, Leger, Holiday, Safety, CSA, Professional development, Physician, Electronics, Bruise, CPD, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Canadian Medical Association, Screen time, Visual impairment, Risk, Toy, Health insurance

TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2022 /CNW/ - With the holidays fast approaching, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society wants to stress the importance of purchasing eye-safe toys when shopping this holiday season.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Dec. 7, 2022 /CNW/ - With the holidays fast approaching, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society wants to stress the importance of purchasing eye-safe toys when shopping this holiday season.
  • "That's why eye care professionals recommend avoiding toys that pose a high risk of eye injuries such as lasers, sharp toys, aerosols like silly string, and flying or projectile toys especially if safety glasses are not worn."
  • A survey by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, in partnership with the Canadian Association of Optometrists, revealed that when it comes to purchasing gifts, only 16 per cent of Canadians report shopping for toys with eye safety in mind.
  • The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada.

Diabetes Awareness Month highlights the importance of regular eye care as vision loss prevention: Canadian Ophthalmological Society

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, November 8, 2022
Diagnosis, DR, Diabetes, American Ophthalmological Society, Probability, Canadian Medical Association, Ophthalmology, Public Health Agency of Canada, Eye, Ageing, Association, Risk, Government, Public Health Agency, Physician, COS, Retina, Disease, Diabetic retinopathy, Leger, CMA, Time, Royal college, Health policy, Severe cognitive impairment, Gaps, Education, Cholesterol, Continuous glucose monitor, Partnership, Prediabetes, Professional development, RCPSC, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Eye disease, Surgeon, Canadian Association of Optometrists, CPD, Awareness, Optometry, Pharmaceutical industry, Health insurance

TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - November marks Diabetes Awareness Month and to help educate Canadians, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to remind Canadians of the various complications that are associated with diabetes, specifically diabetic retinopathy (DR), an eye disease that can lead to vision loss.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Nov. 8, 2022 /CNW/ - November marks Diabetes Awareness Month and to help educate Canadians, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to remind Canadians of the various complications that are associated with diabetes, specifically diabetic retinopathy (DR), an eye disease that can lead to vision loss.
  • The recent national survey conducted by the COS, in partnership with the Canadian Association of Optometrists, identified gaps in the vision health system to help guide future interventions and address eye health issues across the country.
  • The implementation of the national strategy for eye care would allow for more education and awareness of DR and other various eye diseases.
  • The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada.

Soak up the sun responsibly: The Canadian Ophthalmological Society reminds Canadians to protect their eyes this UV Safety Awareness Month

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Diagnosis, Continuing medical education, Cataract, Canadian Medical Association, Surgeon, CMA, Eye disease, Life, COS, American Ophthalmological Society, Probability, Severe cognitive impairment, Leger, Ophthalmology, Professional development, Association, Ageing, Risk, Iris, UV, RCPSC, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, GLARE, Eye, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Physician, Cornea, Slit lamp, Health policy, Time, Royal college, Government, CPD, Health insurance, Personal protective equipment, Telescopic sight, Veterinary medicine

"It's important to protect our eyes from harmful UV rays all year long to decrease the risk of developing cataracts later in life," says Dr. Phil Hooper, President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.

Key Points: 
  • "It's important to protect our eyes from harmful UV rays all year long to decrease the risk of developing cataracts later in life," says Dr. Phil Hooper, President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.
  • The survey also revealed that younger Canadians may not be taking enough precaution in protecting their eyes from harmful UV rays.
  • An online survey of 2003 Canadians aged 18+ was completed between June 10th and June 21st, 2022, using Leger's online panel.
  • The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada.

Focusing on the silent thief of sight during World Glaucoma Week

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Online, Twitter, Visual impairment, Risk, Instagram, Severe cognitive impairment, Neuroscience, Optometry, Allergan, AbbVie, Gastroenterology, Virology, Health, Leger, HMCS Vison, Intraocular pressure, Glaucoma, Disease, Optic nerve, Association, Awareness, Diagnosis, LinkedIn, Canadian Association of Optometrists, Online gambling, Computer data storage

A national survey, conducted by Leger Research, engaged 150 Canadians living with glaucoma, to understand challenges, needs and insights surrounding their glaucoma experience.

Key Points: 
  • A national survey, conducted by Leger Research, engaged 150 Canadians living with glaucoma, to understand challenges, needs and insights surrounding their glaucoma experience.
  • While there is no cure for glaucoma, access to resources and information can help enhance glaucoma management and improve patient outcomes.
  • Canadians are encouraged to learn about the effects of glaucoma, get their eyes checked for glaucoma to support early diagnosis and access resources such as Fighting Blindness Canada website ( FightingBlindness.ca ).
  • Online survey of 150 Canadians who have been diagnosed with glaucoma, between February 24-26, 2022, using Leger's online panel