Healing Eyes with Contact Lenses
A cross-disciplinary University of Waterloo team has developed a new contact lens material that could act as a bandage for corneal wounds while releasing drugs in a controlled manner to…
Vision Rx Lab Launches Futuristic Nova Ai Lenses Crafted with Artificial Intelligence in the UAE
In an age when Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing various industries, and driving further innovation and advancements, Vision Rx Lab, a leading ophthalmic lens manufacturer from Asia, brings the power of…
Keep an Eye on Your Eye Health at Work
GENEVA (ILO News) – More needs to be done to protect workers’ eye health, says a new report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the International Agency for the Prevention…
Global Uncorrected Refractive Error and Presbyopia: the Size of the Problem
Uncorrected refractive error is often ignored in the realm of global health priorities, yet its substantial impact on the economic and personal wellbeing of individuals and societies worldwide is undeniable. Myopia (shortsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), and astigmatism, grouped together under the term ‘refractive error’, cause blurred distance and/or near vision, and presbyopia (age-related loss of accommodation) causes blurred near vision.
Glasses with Spiral Lenses Could Help You See Clearer, Farther
By Michael Irving Scientists have developed a new type of lens that creates multiple focal points, which could make for glasses or contacts that provide a clearer view over a range of…
Organic Compound Found in Trees Could Prevent Contact Lens Eye Infections
Researchers say hydroquinine could be an effective naturally occurring disinfecting solution for contact lenses, and help combat keratitis infections. A new study suggests a naturally-occurring material is an effective disinfectant for…
The New Collection of Colored Contact Lenses Designed for a “Timeless Gaze”
2024 brings exciting developments for Qualimed, the manufacturer and licensor of the Desio brand, a leading company in the colored contact lens industry. At Mido 2024, Qualimed unveils the Timeless…
Johnson & Johnson Partners with Captain Jason to Share his ACUVUE Contact Lens Journey
After a well-publicized struggle with his contact lenses, Captain Jason Chambers may have figured out how to put on his new ACUVUE OASYS MAX 1-Day Multifocal contact lenses. Johnson &…
WOF2024: Wenzhou’s Gateway to Global Eyewear Excellence
On 10-12 May, 2024, the prestigious 22 nd China Wenzhou International Optics Fair will take place at the Wenzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center. Recognized as China’s premier optical industry…
Alcon Launches TOTAL30 Multifocal Contact Lenses for Patients with Presbyopia
Press ReleaseThe first and only monthly Water Gradient multifocal contact lens — feels like nothing even at day 301Provides excellent visual acuity at all distances, near through far, with Alcon’s proven Precision…