Snowvision’s 2023 SUNY scholars
Announced at the first Snowvision conference in five years, this year’s Snowvision State University of New York (SUNY) scholars are Luke Oliver, Jason Shen and Carmen Liu.
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Myopia: Aotearoa’s inaugural report card
Globally, eye health professionals have been discussing the rise of myopia for decades. Some believe it’s the next epidemic resulting from our changing lifestyles, while others cite a lack of access to eyecare services and health literacy for its increasing prevalence. In New Zealand, a nation that
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YouTuber’s cataract controversy
One of the world’s most popular YouTubers, MrBeast, who paid for 1,000 uninsured people to have sight-saving cataract surgery, has received praise for raising awareness of avoidable sight-loss but
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Quite a pickle – sport’s rocketing injury cost
The rising popularity of racquet sport pickleball, particularly among seniors, will result in US$250m-500m of injury-related expenses in the US in 2023, reported UBS Global. Since it’s often played as
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In the eyes of the Gods…
Themed ‘In the eyes of the gods – a night on Mount Olympus’, this year’s EyeBall unfolded on 26 August at Auckland’s Hilton Hotel.
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Ophthalmologists vs chatbots
A US study found ChatGPT responded to patient eyecare questions with answers which did not significantly differ from those of ophthalmologists, while a Canadian study showed ChatGPT’s ophthalmology
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Let the materials shine
Recognised for its commitment to craftsmanship and innovative design, Fleye Copenhagen’s new ‘Materials’ collection elevates the concept of premium eyewear to new heights.
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Eyewear fit for royalty
With Britishness at their core, William Morris’ new London styles take all the capital has to offer, turning this inspiration into details, colours and treatments to produce an eyewear collection fit for a king. Royal blues, coronation reds and grand golds can all be seen on styles which offer somet
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CLs correct horizontal diplopia
US-based EyePrint Prosthetics’ has made a custom scleral lens to correct horizontal diplopia. The lens uses the global toricity of the ocular surface and patented elevation-specific technology to create a custom-fit, said the company.
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Beliefs vs action in CL practice
New research revealed practices’ beliefs and behaviours around contact lenses (CLs) often differ and, when compared to other vision correction options, CL patients are more profitable. The Contact
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The combined effects of vaping and cigarettes on our eyes
US and Canadian researchers found young adults who use both e-cigarettes (vapes) and combustible cigarettes were more likely to develop significant ocular symptoms, compared to those who used either
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Scleral lens replacement period examined
Research conducted by the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California in the US has found average replacement time of scleral lenses is about 24 months (±14.3 months) and
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