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What is Blindness

WEBThe term “blindness” covers a broad spectrum of visual disability, from when your sight is impaired enough to interfere with daily activities like reading, cooking or driving, up to total blindness. Each person’s experience of blindness is unique. Blindness has many causes, and each affects eyesight differently:

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Eye Health CNIB

WEBIncrease your intake of fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, fresh fruit and dark green, leafy vegetables to get nutrients and antioxidants that help keep your eyes healthy. Tip: Keep …

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Rehabilitation Services CNIB

WEBRehabilitation services are personalized and may include: maximizing your remaining eyesight through lighting and contrast. learning new ways to cook, shop and manage …

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Programs and Services CNIB

WEBCNIB provides an opportunity for limitless possibilities, providing you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to smash barriers in pursuit of the life you choose. There’s always …

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Blindness in Canada CNIB

WEBToday, an estimated 1.5 Million Canadians identify themselves as having a sight loss. An estimated 5.59 million more have an eye disease that could cause sight loss.

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Our History CNIB

WEB1920. CNIB established operating divisions in Ontario, Atlantic Canada and the "Central Western Division", which included parts of B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. …

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Ontarians can now renew their health card online without driver’s

WEBAfter many discussions with the Government of Ontario, and powerful advocacy from CNIB and other disability organizations, Ontarians without a drivers …

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Your Eye Care Team CNIB

WEBOphthalmologist: An eye doctor who specializes in eye and vision care and the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. Ophthalmologists provide comprehensive eye examinations, prescribe corrective lenses, prescribe and administer medication and perform surgery. Ophthalmologists have graduated from medical school, followed by one year of

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How has COVID-19 impacted your life

WEBHere’s what you told us: 1. What has been the impact of COVID-19 on your life? “It’s absolutely terrible that my mom is practically blind, and she can’t even leave her …

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Accessible Insulin Pumps CNIB

WEBWhile the Minister of Health tabled the response to Petition e-4177 on April 19, CNIB finds it inadequate as it continues to place the responsibility on the …

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Improving Accessible Health Care in Newfoundland and Labrador

WEBIf you are a health care professional or student in Newfoundland and Labrador, you can arrange a free training session by emailing [email protected]. CNIB Newfoundland …

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Provincial government responds to the CNIB Foundation about

WEBOver the last few months, the CNIB Foundation has been asking the Ontario government to ensure Ontarians who are blind, partially sighted or Deafblind have equal …

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