Alberta Association of Optometrists

11/20/2025

Mid-November means it’s time to check a few things off your list — including your annual eye exam. Use your benefits before year-end, and remember that exams have coverage for children under 19 and adults 65+ through Alberta Health.

11/19/2025

What can your optometrist really see in a routine eye exam? A lot more than you might expect.

From early signs of diabetes to other health conditions, your eyes tell a story, and regular exams help you keep it a healthy one.

11/18/2025

Ever had the air puff during an eye exam? It’s not as scary as it seems!

This quick test measures your intraocular pressure, which helps detect conditions like glaucoma early. If you’re nervous, talk to your optometrist—there are alternative methods available. Your eye health and comfort matter!

11/17/2025

Your eyes can reveal early signs of diabetes, often before symptoms appear. That’s why your annual eye exam is more than just a vision check — it’s an important part of your overall health.

Book your appointment and stay one step ahead.

11/14/2025

November 14 is World Diabetes Day.

Did you know that diabetes can impact your vision and eye health? In fact, over 1 million Canadians are estimated to be living with diabetic retinopathy, a condition that causes progressive and potentially permanent vision damage even before symptoms appear! Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to preserving your vision.

Find more information on our website. https://www.optometrists.ab.ca/learn-about-eye-health/common-vision-concerns/diabetes

11/13/2025

November is Diabetes Awareness Month!

This is your sign to book in for your diabetic eye exam.

Follow us for more questions and answers with Alberta optometrists!

11/12/2025

Did you know that Diabetic Retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness — and it can develop with no early symptoms?

Yet, many people with diabetes in Alberta aren’t getting their annual eye exams.

Here are some reasons why:

A lack of awareness that diabetic eye disease can cause vision loss

Limited access to eye care in remote areas

Fear of treatment, guilt, or feeling overwhelmed by the demands of diabetes care

Mobility challenges, poor overall health, or simply feeling apathetic about appointments

We see you — and we want to make this easier.

The Alberta Association of Optometrists offers a Find-an-Optometrist directory (with language filters) and patient-friendly resources to help make booking your annual diabetic eye exam as simple and stress-free as possible.

Your eyes matter. Your vision matters. 💙

Visit our website to find an optometrist near you.

11/10/2025

Upcoming Webinar: Diabetic Eye Health
🗓️ Tuesday, Nov 18 | 12–1 PM MT

Presented by Dr. Sophia Leung, OD. Gain practical insights into how diabetes impacts eye health — and how to better support your patients.

Visit the https://www.optometrists.ab.ca/for-health-professionals/eyehealthwebinars to learn more and register.
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Register to join live sessions on key topics in eye health and vision care. These presentations are developed for medical and allied health professionals across disciplines interested in learning more about primary eye care and patient co-management with optometrists.

11/06/2025

Born to admire, trained and licensed to test and protect your vision. Your local optometrist: making sure those beautiful eyes are also healthy ones.

11/05/2025

30% of people with diabetes show signs of diabetic retinopathy, which can damage your eyesight even before you notice symptoms.

Follow along for more information about the importance of eye exams and eye health!

11/04/2025

November is Fall Prevention Month! Did you know that your vision plays a key role in preventing falls and maintaining independence?

Our partners at Finding Balance have created helpful videos with practical tips to keep you and your loved ones safe — including the importance of regular eye exams in Check Your Vision.

Watch now: https://findingbalancealberta.ca/videos/

Finding Balance is a seniors falls prevention initiative developed by the Injury Prevention Centre, University of Alberta.

11/04/2025

Why do optometrists do the job they do? For that moment when someone can finally see clearly. There’s no better feeling.