Tea and coffee improve mRNFL thickness
An Australian study found coffee and tea drinkers had significantly improved macular retinal nerve fibre layer thickness (mRNFL), a marker of neurodegeneration. Researchers led by Centre for Eye
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Aussie frame distributors’ tariff woes
Import troubles for Australian eyewear distributors are deepening with The Australian Border Force planning to expand its border tax to include metal frames. The authority’s intention to revoke the
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Richard Grills and others honoured
King Charles III’ first birthday honours have recognised the achievements of several Australian eyecare professionals.
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New Fysh faves
Fysh Eyewear has released three new models: one angular cat-eye, one rounded acetate and a semi-rimless style in stainless steel whose contemporary angular shape makes it fashion-forward and easy to wear. The detailed milling along the brow and temples is perfect for colour blocking and the mixing o
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It wasn’t until 1995 that photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) was first approved for commercial use, with LASIK coming along four years later in 1999. In 2011 ZEISS brought a new innovative approach to
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Tauranga Eye Specialists expands
Driven by strong population growth in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga Eye Specialists is expanding with a new two-theatre clinic expected to open in Papamoa early next year.
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Stars and Their Eyes… Cyrus Habib
A blind Iranian-American politician has bowed out of public office to serve as a Jesuit novice and live a life of poverty, chastity and obedience.
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Heart disease risks in AMD patients
A new study found elevated gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT) levels (commonly used as an indicator of liver dysfunction and alcohol consumption) were associated with increased atherosclerotic
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Cequa now PBS funded for DED
Sun Pharma’s Cequa (ciclosporin 900μg/ml) eyedrop has been listed on Australia’s Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) for patients with chronic, severe dry eye disease (DED) with keratitis. Cequa’s
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Precision for vision
CMI Optical has introduced Seiko Vision eyewear, a light, minimalist, titanium-only collection offering classic pieces aimed at the over-thirties.
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Timeless elegance
Blending heritage and modernity, Longchamp Eyewear's latest sunglass and optical styles release portray Longchamp’s unmistakable vision of French feminine elegance.
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Retro styles
Garrett Leight, son of Oliver Peoples founder Larry Leight, has released a new collection of optical and sun frames under his Los Angeles-based Garrett Leight California Optical (GLCO) brand. The collection includes retro-inspired style Hercules, a rounded frame with flared end pieces that nods to t
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