Workplace violence – nurses need support
An Australian study has found hospital nurses feel inadequately supported in the aftermath of workplace violence. Researchers at Flinders and Southern Queensland universities found nurses who had
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Surgeons’ impact on refractive error
A large UK study of cataract surgeries has shown patient comorbidities and gender account for more statistically significant differences in refractive outcome errors than surgeons. Researchers at the
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ILS hits the road with Shamir
Independent Lens Specialist (ILS) is touring New Zealand from 12-15 September to showcase Shamir’s latest innovations in lens designs and coatings. According to ILS, attendees will have the
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UK optoms’ uproar over DO refraction plan
In an Association of Optometrists’ (AOP) UK survey, thousands of its members objected to the General Optical Council’s (GOC) proposal to separate eye check elements to allow dispensing opticians (DOs) to carry out refraction. Of the 2,445 members who responded to AOP’s survey, 87% said the two eye t
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EHA takes eye health to Parliament
In a new bid to promote better eye health in New Zealand, Eye Health Aotearoa (EHA) hosted an event at Parliament offering eye checks to MPs and their staff. The event, which was supported by Device Technologies and marked the start of EHA’s and IAPB's 2022 Love Your Eyes campaign, saw Specsavers op
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Industry upset with tariff concession overturn
In a bid to promote local manufacturing, the Australian Border Force has revoked the 5% tariff concession on imports of acetate optical frames, reported Australian media. The move, initiated by New South Wales eyewear manufacturer Optex Australia, was challenged by the Optical Distributors and Manuf
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EssilorLuxottica: key wholesale roles
Announcing a significant step on its integration journey, EssilorLuxottica Australia New Zealand has appointed Stephen Locke as vice president optical channel and Larissa Brander as wholesale marketing director.
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RANZCO: Bringing the future into the present
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) is hosting a one-day virtual event on 10 September 2022, highlighting what practitioners can expect from the next five years of advances in ophthalmology.
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New director of public health appointed
Dr Nicholas Jones has joined Health New Zealand as its new director of public health, succeeding Dr Caroline McElnay, who resigned in April 2022 after holding the role for nearly six years.
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Colour injection
French maison Nathalie Blanc’s ’60s-inspired spring/summer collection offers pops of colour. Round model Simone is accompanied by oversized square shapes and trending rectangular styles, while modern takes on the Lennon-style frames and the classic aviator will suit those seeking something more ligh
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Supplement reduces AMD progression
A US study has shown a revised dietary supplement, with antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin replacing beta-carotene, reduces the cancer risks associated with the previous formula and is more effective
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Post-op pain meds for preschoolers
A German study has shown the analgesic nalbuphine (Nubain) reduces the incidence of emergence delirium/agitation (EDA) in preschool children undergoing ophthalmic surgery. EDA is defined by Vlajkovic
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