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World Council of Optometry

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The World Council of Optometry (WCO) is an international organization that works to enhance and develop eye and vision care worldwide.

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We hope to see you June 25-28, 2025 in Minneapolis, USA for #WCO5 / Optometry’s Meeting® 2025: optometrysmeeting.org. ➡️ WCO MEMBERS: Enter the code WCOPROMO25 at the start of registration to unlock member pricing for this exciting event.

We hope to see you June 25-28, 2025 in Minneapolis, USA for #WCO5 / Optometry’s Meeting® 2025: optometrysmeeting.org.

➡️ WCO MEMBERS: Enter the code WCOPROMO25 at the start of registration to unlock member pricing for this exciting event.
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In honor of World Hand Hygiene Day, WCO reminds you that touching your eyes with unwashed hands can lead to an eye infection. To reduce this risk, wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. #WorldHandHygieneDay #EyeCare #Optometry

In honor of World Hand Hygiene Day, WCO reminds you that touching your eyes with unwashed hands can lead to an eye infection. To reduce this risk, wash your hands regularly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. 

#WorldHandHygieneDay #EyeCare #Optometry
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How does your practice manage dry eye disease? The WCO Alcon Dry Eye Wheel is an easy-to-use, multilingual tool that brings together the three pillars of #DryEye care: mitigation, measurement, and management. View the expanded #DryEyeWheel: ow.ly/oB2650VOB5S | #Optometry

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Two of WCO’s myopia ambassadors, Nicola Logan & Síofra Harrington, joined CooperVision’s Elizabeth Lumb at ARVO 2025 to spotlight the importance of #myopia management. Try the WCO #MMNavigator today: ow.ly/jMUr50VOIcL. | #MyopiaManagement

Two of WCO’s myopia ambassadors, Nicola Logan & Síofra Harrington, joined CooperVision’s Elizabeth Lumb at ARVO 2025 to spotlight the importance of #myopia management. 

Try the WCO #MMNavigator today: ow.ly/jMUr50VOIcL. | #MyopiaManagement
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Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5) offers an industry-renowned, comprehensive selection of optometric continuing education (CE) and professional development courses. 🔗Register today! optometrysmeeting.org/wco5/5th-world… | #OM2025 #Optometry

Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5) offers an industry-renowned, comprehensive selection of optometric continuing education (CE) and professional development courses.

🔗Register today!
optometrysmeeting.org/wco5/5th-world… | #OM2025 #Optometry
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We hope to see you June 25-28, 2025 in Minneapolis, USA for Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5): ow.ly/eQ9550VV9Ur.

We hope to see you June 25-28, 2025 in Minneapolis, USA for Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5): ow.ly/eQ9550VV9Ur.
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This #MyopiaAwarenessWeek, try the World Council of Optometry Myopia Management Navigator, an interactive, easy-to-use resource guide on the 3 Ms of #myopia management: mitigation, measurement, & management! Learn more: ow.ly/tcWm50VXrRS. #MMNavigator #MyopiaManagement

This #MyopiaAwarenessWeek, try the World Council of Optometry Myopia Management Navigator, an interactive, easy-to-use resource guide on the 3 Ms of #myopia management: mitigation, measurement, & management!

Learn more: ow.ly/tcWm50VXrRS. #MMNavigator #MyopiaManagement
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The WCO Alcon Dry Eye Wheel, a practical tool that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease, is now available in Chinese! 🔗 Learn more! dryeye.worldcouncilofoptometry.info/interactive-dr… | #干眼症 #DryEyeDisease

The WCO Alcon Dry Eye Wheel, a practical tool that aids in the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease, is now available in Chinese!

🔗 Learn more!
dryeye.worldcouncilofoptometry.info/interactive-dr… | #干眼症 #DryEyeDisease
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Did you know that smoking tobacco increases patients' risk of developing cataracts? Smokers who quit can significantly reduce this risk over time. Today, WCO joins in recognizing World No Tobacco Day. #WorldNoTobaccoDay2025 #Optometry #EyeHealth

Did you know that smoking tobacco increases patients' risk of developing cataracts? Smokers who quit can significantly reduce this risk over time. Today, WCO joins in recognizing World No Tobacco Day.

#WorldNoTobaccoDay2025 #Optometry #EyeHealth
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WCO President Sandra Block recently spoke at the 5th Asia-Pacific Myopia Management Symposium, presenting on #MyopiaManagement in children. She later moderated a panel discussion on efforts needed to establish & uphold high standards in #myopia management. #APMMS2025

WCO President Sandra Block recently spoke at the 5th Asia-Pacific Myopia Management Symposium, presenting on #MyopiaManagement in children. 

She later moderated a panel discussion on efforts needed to establish & uphold high standards in #myopia management. #APMMS2025
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Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5) offers an industry-renowned, comprehensive selection of optometric continuing education (CE) and professional development courses. 🔗Register today! optometrysmeeting.org/wco5/5th-world… | #OM2025 #Optometry

Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (#WCO5) offers an industry-renowned, comprehensive selection of optometric continuing education (CE) and professional development courses.

🔗Register today!
optometrysmeeting.org/wco5/5th-world… | #OM2025 #Optometry
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Two Weeks to Go! This year’s World Council of Optometry Congress is proudly supported by WCO’s 2025 World Congress Sponsors: EssilorLuxottica & HOYA Vision Care. Learn more! #WCO5 #OM2025 #5thWorldCongress worldcouncilofoptometry.info/news-release-c…

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Optometry’s Meeting® | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (WCO5) has officially begun in Minneapolis, USA! We look forward to connecting with optometry's leaders and international experts advancing eye health and vision care. Visit us at Booth 521! #OM2025 #WCO5 #5WCO #Optometry

Optometry’s Meeting® | 5ᵗʰ World Congress of Optometry (WCO5) has officially begun in Minneapolis, USA!

We look forward to connecting with optometry's leaders and international experts advancing eye health and vision care. Visit us at Booth 521!

#OM2025 #WCO5 #5WCO #Optometry
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On Thursday, June 26, the World Council of Optometry recognized three incredible honorees at the WCO Awards and Recognition Dinner at #WCO5 in Minneapolis, USA. WCO congratulates the award winners and celebrates their contributions to advancing #optometry worldwide.

On Thursday, June 26, the World Council of Optometry recognized three incredible honorees at the WCO Awards and Recognition Dinner at #WCO5 in Minneapolis, USA.  

WCO congratulates the award winners and celebrates their contributions to advancing #optometry worldwide.
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WCO Members, the deadline to apply for “Looking Towards the Future: Optometry Program in Advocacy and Leadership (OPAL),” August 25 - November 10, 2025, has been extended to July 14, 2025, 11:59 p.m. GMT-5. 🔗 Learn more & apply! worldcouncilofoptometry.info/leadership-pro… | #OPAL2025 #Optometry

WCO Members, the deadline to apply for “Looking Towards the Future: Optometry Program in Advocacy and Leadership (OPAL),” August 25 - November 10, 2025, has been extended to July 14, 2025, 11:59 p.m. GMT-5. 

🔗 Learn more & apply! 
worldcouncilofoptometry.info/leadership-pro… | #OPAL2025 #Optometry
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WCO Committee Member applications are now open! Deadline: July 22, 2025 | 11:59 p.m. CT (GMT-5) Apply Now: worldcouncilofoptometry.info/2025-committee… Open to WCO Members in good standing. If you have questions regarding eligibility, please email us at [email protected].

WCO Committee Member applications are now open! 

Deadline: July 22, 2025 | 11:59 p.m. CT (GMT-5)
Apply Now: worldcouncilofoptometry.info/2025-committee…

Open to WCO Members in good standing. 
If you have questions regarding eligibility, please email us at enquiries@worldoptometry.org.
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Deadline Approaching! WCO Members, the deadline to apply for this fall's “Looking Towards the Future: Optometry Program in Advocacy and Leadership (#OPAL)" course is Monday, July 14, 2025, 11:59 p.m. GMT-5. 🔗 Learn more & apply! worldcouncilofoptometry.info/leadership-pro… #OPAL2025

Deadline Approaching!
WCO Members, the deadline to apply for this fall's “Looking Towards the Future: Optometry Program in Advocacy and Leadership (#OPAL)" course is Monday, July 14, 2025, 11:59 p.m. GMT-5.

🔗 Learn more & apply!
worldcouncilofoptometry.info/leadership-pro… #OPAL2025
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Do you want to learn more about #myopia management and how to make it a standard of care? Check out the WCO Myopia Management Navigator: myopia.worldcouncilofoptometry.info/myopia-navigat…. #MyopiaManagement #MMNavigator

Do you want to learn more about #myopia management and how to make it a standard of care? 

Check out the WCO Myopia Management Navigator: myopia.worldcouncilofoptometry.info/myopia-navigat…. #MyopiaManagement #MMNavigator
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Little ones absorb more UV through their eyes than adults do — and it quietly adds up.👶 Even on cloudy days or when indoors near windows, UV rays can affect eye health.☁️🌞 Simple habits like UV-protective eyewear, shade during peak hours, and brimmed hats go a long way.👒🕶️🌳

Little ones absorb more UV through their eyes than adults do — and it quietly adds up.👶

Even on cloudy days or when indoors near windows, UV rays can affect eye health.☁️🌞

Simple habits like UV-protective eyewear, shade during peak hours, and brimmed hats go a long way.👒🕶️🌳
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The WCO 2024 Annual Report is now available! This report reflects a landmark year of growth and impact for the World Council of Optometry, highlighting key achievements across global advocacy, education, & collaboration. Read more: worldcouncilofoptometry.info/wco-annual-rep…. #WorldCouncilOpt

The WCO 2024 Annual Report is now available!

This report reflects a landmark year of growth and impact for the World Council of Optometry, highlighting key achievements across global advocacy, education, & collaboration. 

Read more: worldcouncilofoptometry.info/wco-annual-rep…. #WorldCouncilOpt