NSW practices welcome the unvaccinated
Optometry practices in New South Wales (NSW) are no longer required to check the Covid-19 vaccination status of staff or patients. The restrictions were lifted on 16 November 2021, with the state
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OGI’s new collections – big and bold
OGI Eyewear has unveiled new collections for four of its flagship brands: OGI, Seraphin, Seraphin Shimmer and Red Rose. The collections represent the latest handiwork of long-time eyewear industry veteran David Duralde, who took on the mantle of OGI chief creative officer in January 2020. “After las
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First homegrown AACG demographic study
A New Zealand first-population-based acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) study found age, female gender and Caucasian ethnicity to be important demographic parameters of AACG. The study was led by Auckland University medical student Blair Lowry, supported by his 2019 Glaucoma New Zealand (GNZ) Gordo
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Solar clip style
JF Rey has released a fresh take on the vintage solar clip, offering a stylish, modern piece for men. The model’s design allows the clip to be inserted into the structure of the frame itself. When assembled, the fixation points are completely hidden for a more elegant look. It is available in three
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Oaks study: hope for GA
Intravitreal pegcetacoplan (Empaveli), met its primary endpoints in one of two phase-3 studies for the treatment of geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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CLs better with mask wear
A new study confirmed that contact lenses (CLs) offer a better experience than spectacles when paired with face masks, likely improving adherence to mask use. The study, conducted
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The cost of the cataract queue
An Australian study has found that 61% of patients in New South Wales were still waiting for an initial outpatient appointment 12 months after being referred for cataract surgery. Led by Dr Jessie
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Anti-insomnia specs!
Russian technology company Rostec has unveiled Blue Sky pro, prototype anti-insomnia glasses it claims will prevent sleep disorders and restore circadian rhythms. “The glasses will definitely be of
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Myopia control – no rebound effect
MiSight 1 day contact lens seven-year clinical trial findings indicate myopia control is sustained as mean axial elongation data show no evidence of rebound effect 12 months after treatment
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Oakley ups its game
Oakley has revealed it will continue its partnership with gaming accessory brand Turtle Beach, now including the award-winning PC peripheral device brand Roccat. “We’re excited to continue working
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Stars and their eyes… Gal Gadot
Gal Gadot, the Israeli actress who took up the lasso of Wonder Woman, revealed she was suffering from photophobia during the filming of Justice League (2017). Thirty-six-year-old Gadot told W Magazine that she developed severe migraines with painful light sensitivity, which led her to start wearing
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Lara D’ for men
Italian eyewear designer Lara D’Alpaos has extended her range with four new handcrafted styles with a refined and distinctively more masculine look. Her latest designs, Leon, Kody, Kubert and Lenny, are a reminder of D’Alpaos’ architecture-inspired style and meticulous approach to colour, pattern, t
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