Omega-3 benefits AMD risk subjects
A new study supports the importance of essential fatty acids as an independent, age-related macular degeneration (AMD) risk factor for children of parents with AMD. Children of parents with AMD have
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Ocular surface disease: a lifestyle epidemic
The Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society (TFOS) has announced the launch of its next global workshop, ‘A Lifestyle Epidemic: Ocular Surface Disease’. "The world around us has changed unbelievably and
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Iconic New York City eyewear
Moscot has launched a new collection, including six new optical and sunglass styles. Designed in the Big Apple by fifth generation chief designer Zack Moscot, the new collection features classic design and modern heritage details.
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AR CL moves closer to reality
Invisible computing pioneer Mojo Vision, developer of the world’s first augmented reality (AR) contact lens has partnered with contact lens manufacturer Menicon. The Mojo Lens is
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Fresh fashion icons
Ogi’s Seraphin has released a new capsule collection, Shimmer, offering five contemporary, elegant styles – think Breakfast at Tiffany’s – showcasing the exciting work of Ogi’s chief creator David Duralde. The flattering optical frames are designed using handmade, premium acetate and titanium, adorn
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ADONZ conference 2021
The Association of Dispensing Opticians of New Zealand (ADONZ) has announced new dates for its 2021 conference, following the cancellation of its 2020 conference due the pandemic. The 2021 conference will now be held from Friday 29 to Sunday 31 October 2021 at the Heritage Hotel in Queenstown. The 2
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New myopia specs trial underway
US-based ophthalmic development company Kubota Vision has partnered with the Centre for Eye Research Ireland (CERI) and Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) to conduct clinical trials into its
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Stars and their eyes… Johnny Depp
US actor Johnny Depp has suffered with vision issues from early on in his life and is nearly blind in his left eye. The Hollywood movie star told Rolling Stone magazine he had “been blind as a bat” in his left eye since birth and is myopic in his right eye. Depp admitted he can barely see anything a
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APAC winner
Optometry Australia has been named 2020 Asia-Pacific (APAC) Professional Association of the Year, at the fourth annual APAC Association Awards. The award celebrates professional associations that have
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St George’s celebrates five years
St George’s Eye Care celebrated its fifth anniversary in November, providing some welcome celebratory person-to-person time after the Covid-19 pandemic lockdowns.
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Examining low vision remotely?
Eschenbach has launched a first-of-its-kind low vision assessment kit, Haus Call, allowing optometrists to conduct a low vision exam and a follow-up device assessment remotely.
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