Presbyopia is a natural and universal part of aging that involves the gradual loss of the eye’s ability to focus up close. It is distinct from other refractive errors such as nearsightedness or farsightedness. This condition typically becomes noticeable in mid-40s and continues to progress until around age 65. Presbyopia occurs because the lens inside…
Orbis is a global non-profit organization with a mission to fight avoidable blindness in low- and middle- income countries throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean. Working with their local partners, they provide training for eye care workers, strengthen health care infrastructure, deliver community-based eye health outreach programs and advocate for the prioritization of eye health on public health agendas.
North Toronto Eye Care Aviators – Saving Sight to Lifting Flight – are taking the Orbis Plane Pull on Sunday May 25th 2025. Our team will put our strength (and determination) to the test by pulling a plane – all to help fight avoidable blindness.