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â€"<â€"6€~ All studies involving humans conducted by the CCLR have been reviewed and received ethics clearance through the Office of Research Ethics, University of Waterloo (519 888â€"4567 x 6005). Office of Research Ethics File #11097 The Centre for Contact Lens Research is currently conducting a study to investigate the performance of silicone hydrogel lenses when they are worn on a daily wear basis in longterm soft contact lens wearers. We need your help if you: Have worn soft contact lenses for at least 5 years Wear contact lenses at least 12 hours per day (no extended wear) Time commitment will be one screening visit, and if eligible you will be asked to return to the School of Optometry building for 3 to 4 followâ€"up visits Over the course of 2 months You may not see serious eye disease coming, but your optometrist will. Even if you have clear vision, only a regular, complete eye exam can ensure that your eyes are healthy, because some eye diseases can cause permanent damage without warning or symptoms. Each year, the Canadian Association of Optometrists hosts Eye Health Canada Month, a national public awareness campaign which highlights the importance of eye health and regular eye examinations. Your Child‘s Vision Infants and toddlers should have their first eye examination at the age of 6 months. Preschool children should have an examination at the age of three and prior to school entry. Children between 6 to 19 years of age should have their eyes examined annually. Your optometrists will advise you based on your child‘s specific eye care needs! Computers & Vision If you use a computer or VDT (Video Display Terminal) and your job requires operation of the monitor for more than one hour each day, a complete eye exam yearly is recommended by the Canadian Association of Optometrists. Remember to tell your optometrist that you work at a computer or VDT! * Eye Breaks â€" Reasonable periods away from your monitor are essential to minimize eye strain. This will actually increase your pmducflvity.rtdmem)rs.mdmu-ihmtoywrmnmndnlzrmind.AsngenenlnMrymmhnbrukfmmmmpuuf use for fifteen minutes during each two hour period, or for ten minutes per hour during intensive work. * Working Distance â€" The ideal distance from your eyes to the screen will vary with your physique, posture characteristics, workstation design and any visual problems you may have. Your optometrist can advise you on the ideal distance for you. * Viewing Angle â€" The ideal viewing angle is 10 to 20 degrees below your eye level. If possible, place your copy document at the same level as the screen to avoid awkward head or eye movements. * Glare â€" Check your work area for sources of glare on your computer screen. Repositioning your monitor or using curtains, blinds, light grids or special antiâ€"glare screens may eliminate these reflections. + Common sense should be your first guide. If you are about to engage in a work or recreational activity which includes the risk of Ipandio R eye injury, you should ensure you have appropriate eye protection. 4 P k. 4 & * Protective eyewear in sports such as racquetball, squash, tennis, badminton, hockey, basketball, football, lacrosse and baseball is “bbflfi‘“’m recommended. A stick, ball, puck, finger or elbow may seriously damage the eye. Most sport governing bodies can provide _ recommendations as to the most appropriate eye care. * Work situations which expose the eyes to flying particles, chemical splashes or protruding edges and corners also require appropriate eye protection. In an office, consideration should be given to appropriate positioning of work, computer terminals and office lighting to avoid excessive fatigue and eyestrain. : i h L 2 & â€" LCSUL DSs & & We : iz â€" um ba y e en n ce dA e un lt uL. CENTRE FOR CONTACT LENS RESEARCH SCHOOL OF QOPTOMETRY, UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO Forfurthfl'mkmnafimm‘lyddnalmwdrmm-ndthnppmprhueyepm«flm.mymrfmflyommflrh,mymrmmmflm If you are eligible and choose to participate you will receive contact lenses and solutions for the study duration and, your compensation will be $12 for the initial visit and each of the first 3 followâ€"ups, up to a maximum of $60 for all followâ€"up visits Mn alone TE s o i oc in stt e e e e e es e x t T Finally, if your work or recreation includes lengthy exposure to sunlight, whether direct or reflected, you need to ensure your protected against exposure to ultraviolet (UV intion nnd.xorumforl,ngaiml excessive brightness. 9n * ts rad PARTICIPANTS REQUIRED t FOR CONTACT @ LENS RESEARCH For more information please contact Leona or Roz at the Centre for Contact Lens Research Optometry â€" Room 352 888â€"4539 or email: rexton@sciborg.uwaterl00.ca Website: www.cfelr.com click on *Studies‘ Local rail enthusiasts enjoyed a blast from the past the last two weeks, as this 1920s steam locomotive visited the city to help the area celebrate Oktoberfest. The train made daily 20â€" minute runs from the Waterloo train station all the way out to St. Jacob‘s Farmer‘s Market and proved to be a crowd pleaser. SOEHEXGEE 883â€"8834 www.lynnewoolstencroft.com All aboard WATERLOO CHRONICLE NEWSPAPER, BIG COVERAGE LITTLE 208 viBANAC PHOTG