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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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Three in Four Canadians Unaware Diabetes Can Cause Vision Loss, New Survey Finds
During Diabetes Awareness Month, COS encourages all Canadians living with or at risk of developing diabetes to schedule a comprehensive…
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Quebec’s Bill 2 and its impact on access to vision care
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) expresses deep concern over the passage of Bill 2 by the Government of Quebec. This…
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Protecting your sight as you age: What every Canadian needs to know
As Canada’s population ages, chronic conditions such as diabetes, stroke and neurological disorders are becoming increasingly common. With these conditions…
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Managing age-related eye changes and diseases
As we age, our eyes go through natural changes and in some cases, age-related diseases that can affect quality of…
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Impacts of lifestyle choices on eye health
Our everyday habits, from the food we eat to the way we spend time outdoors, can have a direct and…
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Knowing who to see: Understanding the roles of eye health professionals
When it comes to taking care of your eyes, it’s important to know which specialist to turn to for the…
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The Indigenous Children’s Eye Examination (ICEE) Project
Founder: Dr. Kourosh Sabri, MB.ChB., FRCOphth, FRCSC Eye Care Rooted in Trust, Truth and Reconciliation In 2015, the Truth and…
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Ninety-Seven Per Cent of Canadians Say Eye Health is Crucial to Wellbeing but More Education is Needed to Keep Eyes Healthy: COS Survey
Released during National Vision Health Month, the findings highlight a strong national commitment to vision care and an opportunity to…
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Serious eye disease Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) recognized with official awareness month
Designation of AMD Month in February underscores the important need for early detection and treatment Toronto, ON – February 4,…
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