Eye Van Adds New Service

The Canadian National Institute for the Blind is allowing northern Ontario residents the chance to be screened for diabetes at its Eye Van.

Executive Director Monique Pilkington says they're teaming up with the Northern Diabetes Health Network to provide people with access to a diabetes educator.

"The diabetes program is actually a drop-in," says Pilkington. "Although you need to have an appointment with the Eye-Van, it will be a drop-in service. Even community members are invited to come by and see the diabetes educator.

The Eye Van makes stops in Atikokan, Fort Frances and Rainy River beginning July 5.