Elderly have eye trouble
A study of over 700 elderly people in France showed 38.4% had an uncorrected refractive error (URE), and that among those unable to attend an outpatient clinic this figure rose to nearly 50%. There
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A study of over 700 elderly people in France showed 38.4% had an uncorrected refractive error (URE), and that among those unable to attend an outpatient clinic this figure rose to nearly 50%. There
Data from a study evaluating the use of a dual-focus myopia control 1-day soft contact lens shows this approach continues to substantially slow myopia progression and eye elongation among children
Researchers at Brien Holden Vision Institute have been developing novel contact lenses to slow the progression of myopia, which incorporate extended depth of focus (EDOF) principles to help enhance
RETINA-AI has released an Android version of its mobile app for eye care providers, Fluid-Intelligence, which uses AI to detect macular oedema and subretinal fluid on OCT scans of the retina. The
Dr Ehsan Vaghefi has received nearly $1m to continue the development of his laser-based imaging MyIScope device from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE)’s Endeavour Fund.
Michael Kors has announced a definitive agreement has been signed to acquire Gianni Versace for about $3.18 billion, changing its name to Capri Holdings Limited when the purchase is completed. John
The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) has convened a task force to review data from the COMPASS-XT study and associated research, and to develop a physician guidance document
Specsavers’ rollout of OCT in New Zealand is complete, with the state-of-the-art diagnostic technology now available in every Specsavers store across the country. The final New Zealand store to receive an OCT was Specsavers New Plymouth, with the installation completed in early October.
The Italian antitrust authority says it has opened a probe into Luxottica’s acquisition of lens maker Barberini, saying on its website EssilorLuxottica and Barberini would control 65% to 70% of the
A study led by the University of Cologne suggests politicians are more likely to attract votes if they wear glasses. Although some research shows that glasses are linked with a range of negative characteristics, such as being less likeable, less attractive, and most importantly, less dominant, glas
Professor Kovin Naidoo has joined Essilor in a newly-created position as Senior Vice President of inclusive business, philanthropy and social impact. Formerly CEO of the Brien Holden Vision Institute
This year’s Snowvision SUNY (State University of New York) scholarships were awarded to optometrist Katie Frame from Christchurch and final year student Kristel Venturina from Auckland. NZ Optics asked them about winning the scholarships and what they will be focusing on.