Big win for Titan Optical
LINK: https://www.nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/new-board-members-appointed/
Staff reporters2 min read
Ophthalmology News
Topical beta-blockers not linked to Parkinson’s
An Israeli study found topical beta-blockers used to treat glaucoma were not associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease (PD). Writing in the British Journal of Ophthalmology, autho
Staff reporters1 min read
Subcutaneous anti-VEGF cuts treatment burden
Ashvattha Therapeutics reported the results of a phase 2 trial of migaldendranib (MGB), its monthly ‘at-home’ subcutaneous anti-VEGF injection, showed it reduced treatment burden and improved visual a
Staff reporters1 min read
Novel GA treatment trial launched in NZ
LINKS: https://nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/save-sight-symposium-2024-ideas-and-innovations-in-eye-health/
Lesley Springall4 min read
Alcon VCS lands in NZ
LINK: https://nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/alcon-unveils-unity/
Staff reporters2 min read
Shorter telomeres linked to AMD risk in women
A large Chinese study found shorter leucocyte telomere length (LTL) was associated with increased risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in females. Writing in the British Journal of Opht
Staff reporters1 min read
Wellington scores new eye clinic
https://www.nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/pbm-for-amd-now-in-nz/
Staff reporters3 min read
Pilot boosts support for patients with vision loss
A recent pilot showed strengthened referral pathways increase access to support for people living with low vision or blindness.
Staff reporters4 min read
New myopia survey needs your input
LINK: https://www.nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/imi-clarifies-myopia-terminology/
Staff reporters1 min read
Letter to the editor calling out double standards and agendas
LINK: https://www.nzoptics.co.nz/live-articles/self-preservation-masquerading-as-professional-protection/
Name withheld on request2 min read
Farewell to Dr Tracey Wong
It is with deep sadness that we share the sudden passing of our esteemed colleague and friend, Dr Tracey Wong, after a brief illness.
The ESA team and NZ Optics2 min read