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New research has revealed that despite an evolving clinical understanding of glaucoma, many ophthalmologists continue to...
16/01/2026

New research has revealed that despite an evolving clinical understanding of glaucoma, many ophthalmologists continue to rely on the historical “normal” intraocular pressure (IOP) threshold of 22 mm Hg as a primary driver for treatment decisions.

The study, published in JAMA Ophthalmology this month, and titled ‘Influence of Intraocular Pressure on Clinical Decision-Making in Glaucoma Management’, analysed more than 1.86 million clinic encounters across seven US academic eye centres.

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New research has revealed that despite an evolving clinical understanding of glaucoma, many ophthalmologists continue to rely on the historical "normal" intraocular pressure (IOP) threshold of 22 mm Hg as a primary driver for treatment decisions.

Financial analysts are predicting rapid growth of the smart glasses market, with one global eyewear giant predicted to p...
15/01/2026

Financial analysts are predicting rapid growth of the smart glasses market, with one global eyewear giant predicted to potentially double or even triple manufacturing over the coming years.

Analysts at HSBC Holdings Plc are picking the market to be worth US$200 billion by 2040.

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Financial analysts are predicting rapid growth of the smart glasses market, with one global eyewear giant predicted to potentially double or even triple manufacturing over the coming years.

British ophthalmic equipment manufacturer Rayner has secured US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for Sophi, ...
15/01/2026

British ophthalmic equipment manufacturer Rayner has secured US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for Sophi, its Swiss-engineered phacoemulsification system.

In a media release the company said Sophi (Swiss Ophthalmology Innovation) brought a “bold new philosophy to the operating room: maximum productivity, without compromise”.

Following the FDA approval, Rayner CEO Tim Clover said: “US surgeons deserve an innovative alternative to conventional phaco technology, and Sophi delivers that.
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British ophthalmic equipment manufacturer Rayner has secured US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for Sophi, its Swiss-engineered phacoemulsification system.

Optical Dispensers Australia (ODA) has opened nominations for the 2026 ODA National Excellence Awards, offering what it ...
14/01/2026

Optical Dispensers Australia (ODA) has opened nominations for the 2026 ODA National Excellence Awards, offering what it calls a unique chance to recognise and celebrate those who consistently raise the bar through exceptional skill, passion, and dedication.

Sponsored by Rodenstock, the awards recognise outstanding members of the optical dispensing profession across Australia who go above and beyond in their roles. They honour professionals who continuously improve their capabilities and actively contribute to advancing the industry.
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The Optical Dispensing Association (ODA) has opened nominations for the 2026 ODA National Excellence Awards.

A pioneering clinical project by researchers at University College London (UCL) and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London has ...
14/01/2026

A pioneering clinical project by researchers at University College London (UCL) and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London has demonstrated that a widely used ocular injection can effectively treat hypotony, a rare and previously untreatable condition characterised by abnormally low eye pressure that can lead to permanent vision loss.

Hypotony occurs when the eye’s internal pressure drops below normal levels, disrupting its shape and structure. Over time, this can cause progressive damage, often resulting in blindness. Traditionally, treatment has involved filling the eye with silicone oil, which, while somewhat effective, carries risks of toxicity to eye tissues and impairs vision clarity.
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A pioneering clinical project by researchers at University College London (UCL) and Moorfields Eye Hospital has demonstrated that a widely used ocular injection can effectively treat hypotony.

Following the recently released TFOS DEWS III framework, Dr Margaret Lam, head of optometry and professional services fo...
13/01/2026

Following the recently released TFOS DEWS III framework, Dr Margaret Lam, head of optometry and professional services for 1001 Optometry and adjunct senior lecturer for the School of Optometry and Vision Science at the University of New South Wales, highlights the role Rohto Dry Aid can play in treatment and management of dry eye.
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Dry eye disease (DED) continues to rise in prevalence, driven by ageing populations, digital device use, and increasing recognition of ocular surface inflammation and neurosensory dysregulation as major contributors.

A non-diffractive extended depth of focus (EDOF) intraocular lens (IOL) has demonstrated favourable visual outcomes and ...
12/01/2026

A non-diffractive extended depth of focus (EDOF) intraocular lens (IOL) has demonstrated favourable visual outcomes and high patient satisfaction in cataract patients with prior myopic laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and elevated corneal spherical aberration, according to a newly published study in Clinical Ophthalmology.

The ambispective, observational study by Dr J Micheletti and Dr Brad Hall in the United States evaluated bilateral implantation of the AcrySof IQ or Clareon Vivity IOL in post-refractive surgery patients traditionally considered challenging candidates for presbyopia-correcting lenses. The authors note that high corneal spherical aberration is often viewed as a relative contraindication due to concerns around reduced image quality and increased dysphotopsias.
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A non-diffractive extended depth of focus (EDOF) intraocular lens (IOL) has demonstrated favourable visual outcomes and high patient satisfaction in cataract patients with prior myopic laser in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) or photorefractive keratectomy (PRK).

ZEISS has announced the introduction of a versatile refraction device that combines wavefront autorefraction with multip...
12/01/2026

ZEISS has announced the introduction of a versatile refraction device that combines wavefront autorefraction with multiple functionalities for comprehensive eye screening.

In a media release it said the ZEISS VISUREF 1000 broadened the range of services available to consumers, helping them to “protect and enhance their vision and visual health”.

The company said the VISUREF 1000 offered a variety of options for eyecare professionals and their customers as it combined essential tools to monitor both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye to detect a wide range of ocular pathologies.
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ZEISS has announced the introduction of a versatile refraction device that combines wavefront autorefraction with multiple functionalities for comprehensive eye screening.

The Eiffel Tower, visiting a cat cafe, seeing Frozen the Musical and going to a rainforest.Those are among the items on ...
11/01/2026

The Eiffel Tower, visiting a cat cafe, seeing Frozen the Musical and going to a rainforest.

Those are among the items on the ‘bucket list’ of a British teen keen to load up on as many experiences as possible before Usher syndrome steals her sight.

Thirteen-year-old Audrey Tyrell was diagnosed with the syndrome, a rare condition that causes hearing and vision loss, when she was 10.
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The Eiffel Tower, visiting a cat cafe, seeing Frozen the Musical and going to a rainforest.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared the first daily disposable soft contact lens for presbyopia that uses ...
11/01/2026

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared the first daily disposable soft contact lens for presbyopia that uses extended depth of focus (EDOF) optical design technology, enabling commercial distribution in the United States.

According to a Business Wire announcement, the Deseyne (vifilcon C) daily disposable soft (hydrophilic) contact lens for presbyopia has been developed by the Cataltheia Group and its US subsidiary, Bruno Vision Care LLC.

It said the lens was the first and only daily disposable contact lens for presbyopia to use patented EDOF technology.
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The US Food and Drug Administration has cleared the first daily disposable soft extended depth of focus contact lens for presbyopia.

A heart health assessment routinely used in primary care may also help identify patients at risk of developing multiple ...
09/01/2026

A heart health assessment routinely used in primary care may also help identify patients at risk of developing multiple sight-threatening eye conditions years later, according to new research from University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Health.

A study published in Ophthalmology has found that people with higher cardiovascular risk scores are significantly more likely to develop eye diseases including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, retinal vein occlusion and hypertensive retinopathy.
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A heart health assessment routinely used in primary care may also help identify patients at risk of developing multiple sight-threatening eye conditions years later.

Proposals to expand the drugs that optometrists can administer have sparked new opposition but also some support.The Aus...
08/01/2026

Proposals to expand the drugs that optometrists can administer have sparked new opposition but also some support.

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has strongly opposed plans by the Optometry Board of Australia to expand optometrist prescribing rights to include oral medicines, warning the move poses unacceptable risks to patient safety.

But The Pharmacy Guild of Australia has thrown its weight behind the change, saying it is another “positive step toward improving patient access to timely, affordable, and effective care”.
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Proposals to expand the drugs that optometrists can administer have sparked new opposition but also some support.

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