Dry eye research review 2025
Identification of microplastics in human tear fluid and meibum: Implications for dry eye disease pathogenesis Jingyi Wang et al J Hazard Mater. 2025 Feb;489:137635 Review: This cross-sectional, la
Dr Ally Xue5 min read
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TFOS DEWS III: Advancing the understanding and management of dry eye disease
The 2007 Tear Film & Ocular Surface Society Dry Eye Workshop (TFOS DEWS)1 marked a major milestone in standardising the understanding and management of dry eye disease (DED). A decade later, TFOS DEWS II (2017)2 expanded on this foundation, supported by widespread global research. Now, TFOS DEWS
Professor Jennifer Craig and Jordan Cooper10 min read
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SPONSORED: Tackling dry eye and glaucoma
Patients with glaucoma are at high risk for developing dry eye disease (DED)1, with 40–59% of patients with glaucoma being diagnosed with DED worldwide2. DED in glaucoma is multifactorial and can be
Helen Gleave for Alcon Vision Care5 min read
Dry Eye Association NZ: building a strong patient platform
Building on the momentum gained from the recent success of our second public education and networking event held earlier this year, Dry Eye Association NZ seeks to further establish and expand its pla
Bas Crutzen and Dr Ally Xue4 min read
AI’s potential to reshape CL practices
Artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of reshaping contact lens (CL) practices, being incorporated into tools that enhance fitting accuracy, streamline workflows and personalise treatment, acco
Staff reporters2 min read
Putting patients first: DEANZ 2025
For the people living with dry eye and their supporters who gathered on a chilly autumn morning in Auckland at the Dry Eye Association NZ’s (DEANZ) second public education and networking meeting, it was more than just an event – it was a chance to be seen and heard.
Drs Ally Xue and Kalika Bandamwar4 min read
IPL pilot offering expanded in Australia
One year after launching its intense pulsed light (IPL) pilot, Specsavers Australia is rolling out the service to two more stores, taking the total to 11, with more expected to follow. IPL treatment
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Resolution of DED reduces migraine severity
Researchers in Australia found successful dry eye disease (DED) treatment with ocular lubricants also diminished migraine severity in susceptible patients.
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Dry eye: patient involvement is key
Creating more effective and equitable systems by embracing patient and public involvement in clinical care, education and research
Dr Ally Xue and Professor Jennifer Craig5 min read
A blinking good gift!
A serendipitous moment in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Auckland led to a dream gift for BOptom graduate-turned-researcher Jordan Cooper. Concerned about funding Cooper’s PhD, his supervisor and mentor, Professor Jennifer Craig, head of the Ocular Surface Laboratory, shared he
Lesley Springall3 min read
Quick dry eye relief with Miebo
Patients with dry eye disease (DED) reported symptom relief in as early as five and 60 minutes after a single administration of Bausch + Lomb’s new ophthalmic solution Miebo, with relief maintained th
Staff reporters2 min read
Assessing the impact of dry eye disease
A new study¹ published in The Ocular Surface journal has found a strong need for individualised treatment strategies for patients suffering from dry eye disease (DED). Using real-world data from the
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