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  Health is the study of maintaining and restoring the physical and mental well-being of humans and other animals.

 
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  09Optical Science 
   Optical Science is the study of measuring and assessing vision, and prescribing lenses for visual correction. It includes the study of preparing and dispensing corrective lenses. Skills learned include: performing examinations and visual tests in order to assess the nature and extent of vision problems and abnormalities, prescribing, preparing and dispensing visual aids, operating vision testing apparatus advising patients on eye exercises, lighting and visual habits. The main purpose of this field of study is to develop an understanding of the physiology of the eye and the operation of vision testing apparatus and prescribing, preparing and dispensing visual aids. It also involves developing an ability to assess and evaluate clinical observations to arrive at diagnoses and determine the appropriate courses of action.

 
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