Study links joint pain supplement to accelerating dementia
New research links glucosamine, a joint pain supplement, to a 25% higher likelihood of progression from mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to
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Treatment paradigm shift for post-surgery endophthalmitis
Clinician-scientists identified bacterial pathogens linked to poorest outcomes in postprocedural acute endophthalmitis, potentially supporting faster, personalised treatment and improving patient
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Boosted Dry Eye Wheel available
A new version of the WCO Alcon Dry Eye Wheel features the latest recommendations from the TFOS DEWS III report
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SPONSORED Boost your myopia management toolkit: Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day’s three year data unveiled
Johnson and Johnson Vision’s (J&Js) breakthrough soft contact lens for myopia control, Acuvue Abiliti 1-Day, newly released data reveals over 55% of treated eyes showed no clinically meaningful myopia
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Partnership unlocks new smart eyewear experiences
EssilorLuxottica and US company Applied Materials have joined forces to accelerate the commercialisation of next-generation intelligent optical systems for augmented reality and AI-powered smart eyewe…
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Light reinforcements
Vanni Eyewear introduces model V1829, an oval frame with a unique nosepiece reinforcement that allows for thick lenses while maintaining lightness and thinness. Available in four colourways.
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Fake citations abound in medical literature
An AI-assisted audit found nearly 3,000 peer-reviewed biomedical papers contain fabricated references, with the rate growing significantly. This
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Consultation on UK sight-test fees
The Optometric Fees Negotiating Committee (OFNC) is seeking urgent feedback from General Ophthalmic Services (GOS) contractors in England regarding 2026/27 fees and grants, citing
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New biz offers back-office boost
Dispensing optician Samantha Fleming, aka The Eye Lady, is expanding her business to offer optometry practices remote back-office support, including admin,
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Silmo d’Or announces 2026 jury president
Silmo Paris has entrusted the presidency of its jury to Belgian industrial designer Joachim Froment
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Silmo Riyadh opens new optical territory
Responding to the rapid evolution of the vision care market in the Middle East, Silmo is launching Silmo Riyadh, which will be held 2–4 April 2027 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition C…
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Born to rock
Woodys Eyewear launches a limited-edition collection inspired by Queen, featuring guitar-themed temples, vinyl record engravings, and vinyl/acetate fronts. The collection
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