Adult myopia concerns raised
Contrary to the view that myopia stabilises at around age 15-16, a new Australian-based study has found it can develop and progress in more than a third of adults as well.
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Dr Tracey Wong joins ESA
Dr Tracey Wong, a medical retina, visual electrophysiology and cataract surgery subspecialist, has joined Eye Surgery Associates (ESA). “Due to the continued growth and development of the practice, we
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Farewell, optometry class of 2021!
Graduates from the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of Auckland ended 2021 on a high with an extravagant graduation dinner. Despite Covid restrictions forcing the cancellation of the annual Eyeball and the postponement of the graduation ceremony to May 2022, I’m happy to say
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Zoobug: super cute comfort
Previewed at Silmo 2021 in Paris, award-winning London brand Zoobug has launched a new colourful collection of acetate models for active kids. Senior eyewear designer Stéphane Emeric said the collection is created specifically for small, growing faces. “The eight new acetate frames are lightweight,
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AAO backs Botox for strabismus
A report by the American Academy of Ophthalmology has concluded that extraocular muscle injection of botulinum toxin (BTXA) in children and adults achieves motor alignment comparable with that achieved after eye muscle surgery for nonparalytic, nonrestrictive horizontal strabismus.
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FDA approves Lucentis biosimilar
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Byooviz (ranibizumab-nuna), the first generic to receive approval for the treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), macular oedema associated with retinal vein occlusion and myopic choroidal neovascularisation. A generic
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Cataract surgery and dementia
As well as benefitting vision, cataract surgery has tremendous implications for quality of life, avoiding falls and cognitive deterioration. It’s also a very efficient option for better care, lower costs and patients’ independence. Now a new study has shown cataract extraction is associated with a 3
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ODOB extends CPR deadline for optoms
The Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board’s (ODOB’s) certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) requirement has been extended by 12 months to 1 April 2023, due to the impact of Covid-19.
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Orthoptics: Looking to the future!
Due to ongoing uncertainties with Covid-19, Orthoptics Australia (OA) is also hosting its 77th annual conference virtually, delivered in a shorter weekend format from 26-27 February 2022.
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For your minions
For young lovers of Minions, there’s now eyewear inspired by the distinctive glasses worn by the lead characters Kevin, Bob and monophthalmic Stuart. The range is designed for 7-11-year-olds and includes ‘adventure-driven’ optical and sun designs appealing to kids who love bold and colourful design
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AR diagnostic tool honoured
Heru’s Re:Vive 2.0 platform to diagnose vision defects using commercially available augmented reality headsets was named an honouree at January’s CES (Consumer Electronics Show) 2022 Innovation Awards.
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WCO online myopia event
As part of its efforts to establish a global myopia management standard of care, the World Council of Optometry (WCO) will host a virtual event on 12 February 2022 in partnership with CooperVision.
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