The College of Opticians of Alberta (COA) is the regulatory body that oversees the licensing and practice of opticianry in the province.
Alberta
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"A smart contact lens could innovate the way we detect and prevent blinding eye diseases," said Academy spokesperson @DrSteinemannMD. More from his @healthday interview: consumer.healthday.com/eye-c… #ProtectingSightEmpoweringLives #wearabletech #healthtech #contacts #eye #disease
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It's #EyeSpy Wednesday! Did you know a corneal scratch can heal in only 48 hours, making the eye one of the fastest healing organs in the body. #healthresearchmatters
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If you’re a runner and you wear glasses or contacts, there are some things you need to consider before you go for your next morning jog. @runnersworld tells us about 4 common eye mistakes runners make — and how to fix them. Read more: runnersworld.com/health-inju…
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#DYK? Women are more likely than men to have dry eye. More facts about this common eye problem: nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-…
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#HealthyVisionTip: Add eye healthy foods to your plate! Load up on fish that are high in omega-3 fatty acids (like salmon) and dark leafy greens (like kale). Learn more: nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-…
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When considering sunglasses for #wintersports, they should provide maximum protection against UV rays where light is magnified and reflected by snow. Look for #polarized or mirror coatings and amber tints, which are easy on eyes, enhance contrast and minimize glare.
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It's #EyeSpy Wednesday. Did you know the vitreous is the clear, jelly-like substance found in the middle of the eye that helps to regulate eye pressure and shape. #HealthResearchMatters
ALT woman with blue eyes holding a white flower next to her eye
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#DiabeticRetinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss in people with diabetes, but you can take steps to protect your sight. Learn more: nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-… #NationalDiabetesMonth
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Uncorrected refractive errors (like nearsightedness or farsightedness) are the main cause of vision impairment. In most cases, these conditions can be resolved easily with corrective #eyewear. Learn more: bit.ly/2OnaxWl @ThinkAboutEyes
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Babies look super cute in sunglasses, but do they need them for protection? #sunglasses #cuteaf allaboutvision.com/sunglasse…
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It’s Digital Health Week! Celebrate the progress #digtalhealth is making and join the @Access2022 movement to help scale digital health solutions across Canada. bit.ly/2lL3afu #thinkdigitalhealth
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Today is #WorldDiabetesDay. The prevalence of type 2 #diabetes is increasing dramatically with current estimates predicting a doubling of cases by 2025. Learn more by taking the @DiabetesCanada test. diabetestest.ca/
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#HealthyVisionTip: Healthy habits like eating healthy and being active can help keep your eyes healthy. Get more tips: nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-…
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Your eye health may be the furthest thing from your mind if you have #diabetes, but what you might not know is that the disease can directly impact your vision. healthcentral.com/article/di…
ALT A eye chart exam that is blurry, with a pair of glasses being held up and in the lenses of the glasses it is clear.
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Our November #ImageOfTheMonth shows retina cells with retinitis pigmentosa — it’s a genetic disorder that causes vision loss.
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#HappyHalloween! Let’s see how good your eyes are with spooky images. Can you spot the 5 eyeballs in this Eye-Spy activity?
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Scientists are investigating new ways to provide signals to the blind by directly stimulating the optic nerve. Read more:
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Many people have switched their phone to dark mode to lessen eye strain but it's not necessarily helpful for many. Interesting article @AndroidAuth #GetEyeWise
Love dark mode? Here’s why you may still want to avoid it zpr.io/tqsYv
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#EyeFact: Women are 2 times more likely to get #DryEye than men. Learn more about dry eye: nei.nih.gov/health/dryeye/dr…
