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(NC) As kids prepare for another year of academic growth and discovery, it’s crucial for parents, caregivers and educators to be mindful of common vision disorders that can affect children’s learning and development. Given that vision plays a crucial role in academic success, maintaining good eye-health should be a priority, and the start of the The post Understanding 3 common vision disorders in children appeared first on COS-SCO.

(NC) As parents, caregivers and educators gear up for the back-to-school season with new school supplies and new learning adventures, one growing concern stands out: the potential harmful effects of excessive screen time on children. With digital devices becoming an essential part of both education and leisure, it’s important to understand how prolonged exposure to The post Is screen time making your kids nearsighted? appeared first on COS-SCO.

Toronto, ON – May 1, 2024 – In time for Vision Health Month this May, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, the national authority on eye and vision care in Canada, has released a new survey to assess Canadians’ awareness, understanding, and concerns around eye and vision health. Canadians’ familiarity with eye diseases Of the four leading The post Eye health survey uncovers Canadians’ concerns about recent symptoms affecting their eyes & vision appeared first on COS-SCO.

On April 8, Canadians will get to experience a total solar eclipse and it's important to remember the significance of protecting their vision during this event. Even a brief glance at the sun during this time can lead to irreversible eye damage, potentially causing vision loss, also called solar retinopathy. Protect your eyes at all times using safe solar viewing glasses or a safe handheld solar viewer that comply with the ISO 12312-2 international standard. The post Protect Your Vision: Safeguarding Canadians During the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8 appeared first on COS-SCO.

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss for people over the age of 55 and today, affecting approximately 2.5 million Canadians. As February marks AMD Awareness Month, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) is educating Canadians about the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, along with vision care innovations that will play a key role in slowing down the progression of this eye disease.  The post Ophthalmology innovations paving the way for diagnosis & treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) appeared first on COS-SCO.