CL prescribing trends
The results of Optometry Australia’s 2019 survey confirm the ongoing popularity prescribing silicone hydrogel materials and daily disposable lenses in Australia, with a sudden spike
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The results of Optometry Australia’s 2019 survey confirm the ongoing popularity prescribing silicone hydrogel materials and daily disposable lenses in Australia, with a sudden spike
Maui Jim has launched a new plano lens, MauiPure LT, offering lightweight comfort, impact and scratch resistance and featuring Maui Jim’s PolarizedPlus2 technology.
Optometry Australia has formed a committee to review and update the entry-level competency standards for optometry graduates in Australia to ensure the standards reflect contemporary practice.
US biotech company Omeros Corporation has shown its FDA-approved Omidria ophthalmic solution reduces postoperative pain and the need for pain medications, including opioids, in cataract surgery.
The latest addition to Auckland Eye's ophthalmologist team is Dr Chi-Ying Chou. Dr Chou specialises in cornea/anterior segment and glaucoma, as well as refractive cataract surgery. During his training Chou worked as a registrar in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Rotorua and then moved on to work as
The University of Auckland has launched an initiative focusing on the impact of repeated head impacts in sports on the human brain. The New Zealand Sports Human Brain Bank Initiative is an extension
Jukurrpa Designs has launched a collection of eyewear inspired by unique artwork created by Aboriginal artists in remote Central Australia. The collection took nearly three years to create, designer
A UK study shows a personalised medicine approach may be useful in detecting the risk of developing myopia in very young children.
Scientists in Northern Ireland have devised a simple eye test that can detect heart disease.
Centrostyle has released a new collection of lightweight active memory frames for kids aged 5-10. Comfortable and flexible, the company says while wearing these frames, kids will be able to be kids and keep their glasses safe. The frame has highly resistant steel and grilamid hinges. The temples hav
A year to the day since launching its optical range, Le Specs is planning to roll out its new Alt Fit range in the new year.
A team of optical gents recently participated in the Christchurch leg of the Distinguished Gentleman's Ride, a global, classic-styled motorcycle event to funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men’s mental health.