Laser vision correction keeps coming down in price (at least up here in Canada).  Though it isn’t funded through the regular avenues of the public health care system, increasing numbers of individuals are signing up to have their eyes fixed up so that they can live without corrective lenses.  My husband’s brother had laser surgery on his eyes around ten years ago, and he’s still doing well.  On the other hand I’ve also heard some stories of surgeries that haven’t been successful and have reverted to the previous state (sometimes with night blindness added into the mix).

So, I’ve heard the good, and the bad, but for those who are interested in joining the police forces, or becoming a pilot – laser surgery is about the only path to fulfilling their dreams!  Can you think of other ways laser surgery could help you experience more freedom in your daily life, or do you have a personal success story?  If so, read on.

Abbott Medical Optics Inc. (AMO), a global leader in laser vision correction, wants to know how better vision could improve — or has improved — people’s lives.  They’ve recently launched an iLASIK Video Contest “You Gotta See This”, where people can submit their own digital videos  showcasing the benefits (potential or actual) of laser vision surgery in their lives.  So far they have received music videos, sporting videos, and daily life videos, and they’re looking for more.

Prizes include a $5,000 grand prize, as well as a $2,500 HDTV set awarded in each video category for a first prize, and a FLIP camcorder as second prize in each category.  The three categories are: “My contacts are getting in the way of my good time”, “My favorite sport or activity would be so much cooler with better vision”, “You should see life after the iLASIK® Procedure”.  Winners are determined largely by vote, so if you participate you’ll want to round up your friends to cast some votes for you!

Best Wishes!