Read more about the article Global Uncorrected Refractive Error and Presbyopia: the Size of the Problem

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.

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Read more about the article Study Finds AI-driven Eye Exams Increase Screening Rates for Youth with Diabetes

Study Finds AI-driven Eye Exams Increase Screening Rates for Youth with Diabetes

A Johns Hopkins Children's Center study of children and youth with diabetes concludes that so-called autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) diabetic eye exams significantly increase completion rates of screenings designed to…

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Read more about the article Glasses with Spiral Lenses Could Help You See Clearer, Farther

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…

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Read more about the article Organic Compound Found in Trees Could Prevent Contact Lens Eye Infections

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…

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New Board Leaders Appointed to Italy’s ANFAO Including New President Lorraine Berton

Lorraine Berton has been elected to lead ANFAO, the National Association of Optical Goods Manufacturers. The new President, the first woman in this position who will be leading the Association…

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Breaking Into Tears to Design Custom Eye Drops

Compared to artificial tears, or eye drops, human tears are significantly more complex liquids, with a wide range of components including lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, water, and salt. It is this…

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Read more about the article New Book Sheds Light on Expert Selling Skills

New Book Sheds Light on Expert Selling Skills

In his newly-published book titled, “Boom Boom Selling Skills: Real Life Sales Scenarios for Professional Personal Success,” Mushtaq Ahmed Sharief, a celebrated business expert and author, takes his readers into…

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Blippi Iconic Glasses Continue With Moonbug

Roshambo Eyewear, a leading manufacturer of children's eyewear, announced the extended partnership of the Blippi eyewear line in partnership with leading children's entertainment company Moonbug. Blippi is a live-action program…

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بقلم ليندا كونلين ، ABOC ، NCLECيتمتع مستهلكو النظارات اليوم بخيارات: يمكنهم شراء الإطارات والعدسات من سلاسل البيع بالتجزئة والتجار بالجملة وأطباء العيون المستقلين وفاحصي البصريات ومتاجر البصريات والمتاجر متعددة…

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