Atropine enhances amblyopia patching
A trial of 108 children with severe amblyopia has shown that combined atropine and patching therapy (CAPT) showed superior improvement in visual acuity (VA) compared to patching alone.
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Covid-19 Protection Framework and Mandatory Vaccinations Order - Key messages
The following is a special Covid-19 update from the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Board (ODOB) 20 January 2022: With the increased cases of the Omicron variant of Covid-19 detected at the
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Calling all CL educators
The International Association of Contact Lens Educators (IACLE) is seeking Asia Pacific nominations for its 2022 CL Educator of the Year award, with a US$3,000 (NZ$4,416) bursary for travel to an
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ERO stands for sustainability
Eyes Right Optical (ERO) has launched a sustainable and ethical practices policy to reduce its environmental impact.
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Stars and their eyes… Jeff Bezos
Amazon founder and executive chair Jeff Bezos is rumoured to have ptosis in his right eye, or possibly a bulging left eye. The online speculation seems to favour the former. Either way, Bezos’ condition has been present since childhood and has many wondering why the world’s richest person hasn’t see
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Stevie steals the show
At this year’s ADONZ conference in Queenstown, I was joined by a very special guest, Stevie, a 14-month-old trainee guide dog.
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Readers for sunny days
Scojo New York has launched a new range of readers, including Vandam Sun, a fun, expressive shape with a scalloped edge detail at the brow. The lenses offer full UV protection and optical-grade clarity. Powers available are +1.50, +2.00 and +2.50.
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Innovative comfort
Well-known 3D eyewear innovator, Danish design company Monoqool has launched 11 new distinctive styles, blending a contemporary minimalistic style, trendsetting colours and comfort in each state-of-the-art design. The Panto, oversized, classic round and rectangular styles are constructed with durabl
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Xipere green-lit by FDA
Xipere, the first product for injection into the suprachoroidal space to treat macular oedema associated with uveitis, has been granted US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval.
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High-impact campaign to raise awareness
Sea2see has teamed up with photographer and environmentalist Weston Fuller, connecting with consumers through direct visual reminders of sea contamination. "Since the beginning of Sea2see, our
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NZOSS 2021 in the rear-view mirror
This year wraps up the New Zealand Optometry Student Society’s (NZOSS) ninth year as a student-run society. It has been a challenging, exciting and rewarding year to say the least, but we’re glad to have made it to the finish line.
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Calling emerging eyewear designers!
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (edCFDA) and Vision Expo have launched the second annual Vision Expo Global Talent Search to find emerging eyewear designers. Open to all participants of
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