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As the principal national public voice for ophthalmology in Canada, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) plays a critical role in advocating for optimal eye care for all Canadians.
Representing eye physicians and surgeons from coast to coast to coast, COS strategically collaborates with governments, industry partners and health care allies on a wide range of advocacy issues, including stronger vision standards, improved federal regulations, and shorter wait times for speciality eye surgeries.
Is screen time making your kids nearsighted?
(NC) As parents, caregivers and educators gear up for the back-to-school season with new school supplies and new learning adventures,…
Eye health survey uncovers Canadians’ concerns about recent symptoms affecting their eyes & vision
Toronto, ON – May 1, 2024 – In time for Vision Health Month this May, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, the…
Protect Your Vision: Safeguarding Canadians During the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8
On April 8, Canadians will get to experience a total solar eclipse and it’s important to remember the significance of…
Ophthalmology innovations paving the way for diagnosis & treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss for people over the age of 55…
Diabetes Awareness Month highlights importance of eye care for vision loss prevention
Toronto, ON – November 7, 2023 – November marks Diabetes Awareness Month and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to…
Capture the beauty of Canada: Canadian Ophthalmological Society announces national photo contest for World Sight Day
TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2023 /CNW/ – On October 12, it’s World Sight Day, an international day of awareness organized by the International Agency for…
Clear vision for the future: Canadian Ophthalmological Society celebrates Indigenous Children Eye Examination Project, impacting 6,000 lives to date
TORONTO, Aug. 8, 2023 /CNW/ – August marks Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and as good vision is significantly important for a…
Wearing sunglasses year-round is crucial to maintain optimal eye health
As June also marks Cataract Awareness Month, it becomes all the more important to raise awareness and educate Canadians about…
Vision Health Month: Canada’s aging population highlights need to prioritize eye health and vision loss prevention
May is Vision Health Month, and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) wants to stress the importance of vision health care,…
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