Zakia Rezoana, Author at Ontario Association of Optometrists

Eye care is Health Care: Patients Coming Forward and Sharing Their Eye Health Stories

Throughout the Save Eye Care campaign, many patients have come forward to express support for their local optometrists, and share stories of the care they received. In some of these cases, their visit to the optometrist was a life-changing one. OAO member, Dr. Kathleen Hill, saw patient Jackie Nelson on an emergency basis after Jackie […]

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The Cost of Vision Loss in Canada: The Importance of Investing in Eye Care

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However, if governments fail to invest in eye care, vision health challenges faced by Canadians will only get worse as the population ages. This is the situation we are facing in Ontario. Decades of underfunding and neglect by the provincial government has pushed the eye care system to the brink.

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The Latest On the Save Eye Care Campaign

Blog / Zakia Rezoana

There are less than 50 days left until Ontarians will lose access to primary eye care services.

Starting September 1st, OHIP patients aged 0-19, 65+, and adults with specific medical conditions will be unable to visit their optometrist.

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Nutrition and Your Eyes

Blog / Zakia Rezoana

When you think about nutrition, you may not be thinking about how it can impact the health of your eyes, in addition to your overall wellness.

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Glasses, Face Masks And Fogging

Blog / Zakia Rezoana

Wearing a mask presents one frustrating issue for glasses-wearers: the fogging up of glasses, particularly aggravated by cold weather. This fog is caused by warm breath escaping from the top of your mask, and lands on the cooler surface of your lens.

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Why are eye exams for children important?

Eye Conditions, Eye Library / Zakia Rezoana

Comprehensive eye exams with an optometrist are the only way to tell if your child’s eyes are developing properly. Many eye health problems can be treated if they are caught early.

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Pumpkin Hummus

Eye Library, Nutrition / Zakia Rezoana

This hummus gets an extra boost of beta-carotene from the pumpkin, making it the perfect eye-healthy snack to dip your veggies or crackers in.

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Cosmetic Contact Lenses

Eye Library, Eye Safety / Zakia Rezoana

Even though cosmetic contact lenses may only be used for a Halloween costume, your eyes could experience temporary or permanent damage if they are used incorrectly or bought without the guidance of an optometrist.

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