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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.
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Active lymphatic drainage from the eye measured by noninvasive photoacoustic imaging of near-infrared nanoparticles
Congratulations to Dr. Yeni Yucel and Dr. Neeru Gupta for this major discovery in glaucoma.Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science
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Woman develops hard, dark spots inside eyelid — turns out it’s years of unwashed mascara
“Ophthalmologist Dr. Ken Roberts, a member of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, tells Global News the eyelid, both outside and inside is…
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Screening for impaired vision in community-dwelling adults aged 65 years and older in primary care settings
“The Canadian Ophthalmological Society suggests that the recommendations of the US Preventative Services Task Force (2016), namely no recommendation for…
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What your eyes can tell you about your health
“Women are more susceptible to certain conditions that can present in the eyes, such as multiple sclerosis (MS) and thyroid…
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Everything you need to know about sun safety for kids
“Children’s eyes are particularly vulnerable to the sun’s UV rays, as their ocular lenses are still developing and cannot filter…
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Preventing and treating the leading cause of blindness for seniors: AMD
“It’s important we educate ourselves about AMD and the steps we can take to reduce vision loss with these tips…
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Study shows only half of Canadians seek treatment for symptoms of potential eye disease that may lead to vision loss
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society sheds light onto Canadian eye health behaviours during National Vision Health Month A new survey, commissioned…
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Vision protection for all seasons
“According to information from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause short-term pain and discomfort,…
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What the heck is an ophthalmologist
“Incredible stories are being shared on SeeThePossibilities.ca to highlight the important work ophthalmologists do in correcting, restoring and preserving vision.”
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Kim Tytler
Manager, Communications and Public Affairs
613.729.6779 x231