AI advancing myopic maculopathy screening
Arizona State University researchers are developing new diagnostic tools harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to improve myopic maculopathy screening. Winning the 2023 Medical I
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Avoiding corneal EI after SMILE
Authors of a Chinese study of corneal epithelial ingrowth (EI), a rare but significant complication following laser refractive surgery, said their results offer alternative treatment paths and challen
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Promising oral GA treatment
A study of oral gildeuretinol acetate (ALK-001) in patients with geographic atrophy (GA) secondary to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) demonstrated a significant reduction of lesion growth rate
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Burnout reaching alarming levels
New research shows the overwhelming majority of New Zealand workers (81%) say they feel burnt out at work with many (24%) not sharing their struggles with their manager.
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First bullous keratopathy treatment launched
Aurion Biotech announced Vyznova (neltependocel) – which it says is the first treatment for bullous keratopathy of the cornea – has been launched in Japan. Having received regulatory and reimburs
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OPSM advancing eyecare excellence
Focusing on how individual actions drive collective success, the OPSM 2024 Eyecare Roadshow celebrated the company’s commitment to deliver great eyecare through everyday excellence.
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Celebrating record number of new DOs!
The sixth New Zealand Dispensing Optician graduation welcomed a record 28 new, wonderful DOs to the industry.
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Glaucoma drops discontinued
Betaxolol eye drops, branded Betoptic and Betoptic S, are being discontinued globally by Novartis, Pharmac advised.
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The apple of your eye
Maison Lafont’s latest children’s collection is a delight to behold, full of fun and fashionable options for young wearers. Committed to creating a sustainable and eco-friendly future, each new collection from the brand increases the use of bio-based and renewable materials. Stylish new model Pomme’
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Blenheim, Mt Wellington optoms score prestigious awards
Honouring excellence in clinical performance and patient care, Specsavers Australia and New Zealand announced the recipients of its Doug Perkins Medal and Dame Mary Perkins Awards at its 2024 clinical conference.
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Millie Bobby Brown collab’s floral frames
Specsavers and British actress Millie Bobby Brown, creator of the Florence by Mills beauty
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Young tennis star face of Lacoste
French tennis talent Arthur Fils is the face of Lacoste’s new eyewear collection, The Line. Now 20 years old, Fils became the youngest player in the men’s top 50 ranking after winning his first ATP title aged just 19. “Arthur matches his exceptional achievements on the court with his charming attitu
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