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Blindness in Canada

Sight loss affects people from coast to coast. Learn more about blindness in Canada.
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What is Blindness?

Blindness is a spectrum, with different levels of sight loss. Learn more about blindness.
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Congenital Eye Conditions

Congenital eye conditions are present at birth and can affect your eyes or sight. Learn more about congenital eye conditions.
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Retinal Diseases

Retinal diseases are a group of eye conditions that affect the retina. Learn more about retinal diseases.
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Refractive Conditions

Refractive condition can result in blurred vision and are very common. Learn more about refractive conditions.
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Retinoblastoma

Retinoblastoma, while rare, is the most common form of cancer affecting the eye in children. Learn more about retinoblastoma.
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Retinitis Pigmentosa

Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) refers to a group of diseases which tend to run in families and cause slow, but progressive loss of vision. Learn more about RP.
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Cataracts

Cataracts are the most common correctible cause of vision loss among Canadians. Learn more about cataracts.
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Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the second most common cause of sight loss in seniors in Canada. Learn more about glaucoma.
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Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy, an eye condition caused by diabetes, is the leading cause of blindness in Canadians under 50. Learn more about diabetic retinopathy.
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