French surgical-robotics company Acusurgical announced the successful completion of its first retinal surgery using the bi-manual ophthalmology surgical robot, Luca, for vitrectomy procedures.
Striking and self-assured, Ahlem’s oversized, ‘70s-inspired Rennes combines a bold presence with harmonious proportions and striking restraint. The model is handcrafted in France using 8mm-thick plant-based premium Italian acetate and steel hardware electro-dipped in two layers of precious metal (pa
Teaming up with the largest agriculture event in the Southern Hemisphere, Macular Degeneration New Zealand (MDNZ) and other health advocates attracted more than 25,000 visitors at the Fieldays’ Health & Wellness Hub in Mystery Creek, Hamilton.
Launching its new Total30 reusable contact lens (CL) at the Auckland event of its New Zealand and Australian roll-out, Alcon said this is the first and only monthly water-gradient CL that mimics the ocular surface structure and “feels like nothing, even after 30 days of wear”.
Gates Eyewear in Remuera is now owned by Wanaka-based Ocula, taking the growing independent optometry group to a total of six practices and signalling its entry into the North Island and the Auckland market for the first time.
As prescriptions for semaglutide-containing weight-loss drugs increase around the world, a US study has revealed a higher risk of nonarteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) when taking this type of medication.
Researchers from the Emory Empathetic AI for Health Institute (AI Health) and the Cleveland Clinic in the US have pioneered an AI-powered method to detect inflammation caused by anti-VEGF drugs before
Authors of a US study have identified tear proteins which may serve as biomarkers for long-term eye pain in patients who have undergone refractive surgery. Writing in the Journal of Proteome Re
In a newly published report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, a US research team claims blinking not only protects against dry eyes, but also helps people process visual informat
A 2024 study from São Paulo, Brazil, has revealed sunglasses with poor UV protection can be more harmful to your eyes than not wearing any at all due to increased field of view (FOV) rather than to pupil dilation. The finding debunks a popular patient belief that sunglasses lacking adequate UV prote
In a meta-analysis of eight studies, researchers in China found three air pollutants – particulate matter less than 2.5μm in diameter (PM2.5), NO2 and ozone (O3) – increased the risk of AMD. Wr
Specsavers and Blind Low Vision NZ (BLVNZ) are collaborating to improve support for New Zealanders with low vision. Initiated earlier this year, a new programme has been designed to improve access to comprehensive services for those with low vision and ensure a seamless referral process to boost ref
