Adolescents with myopia have a higher prevalence of anxiety, mood disorders, study finds
A recent study found that adolescents with myopia that were 16 to 20 years old were twice as likely to develop anxiety and mood disorders.
How contact lens prescription brings sustainability into focus
Partnership helps keep oceans clean by collecting plastic waste, reducing pollution.
NOA 2024: Identifying uncommon etiologies of pediatric uveitis
Kefla G. Brown, OD, MS, overviewed her NOA Convention talk on identifying both common and uncommon etiologies of pediatric uveitis.
Eyenovia, Inc. and Senju Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. sign new collaboration agreement
The collaboration agreement will allow the two companies to find a potential new treatment for chronic dry eye disease.
Supplements slow disease progression during late stage of dry AMD, study suggests
A new analysis by researchers at the National Institutes of Health shows the benefit of taking AREDS2 formula in late AMD.
OGS Executive Director Lois Schoenbrun announces retirement
Schoenbrun will retire from the organization in December after coming out of retirement to serve as the interim executive director for OGS in 2022.
Bausch + Lomb acquires Trukera Medical, ophthalmic medical diagnostic company
According to the company, the tuck-in acquisition will help expand its surgical presence in the United States and contribute to its leading position in dry eye.
Stability is an important quality in toric lenses
The quality of options for patients has improved in recent years.
ASRS 2024: New data for Susvimo shows sustained efficacy in DME, DR
The 2-year Phase III data demonstrates Susvimo’s potential as an alternative to eye injections to treat diabetic macular edema and diabetic retinopathy.
EyeCon 2024: Oluwatosin U. Smith, MD, talks about her love for research and education
From surgeon to mentor: Smith fuels her commitment to improving glaucoma care by training future ophthalmologists.
What happened in optometry this week: July 15 - July 19
Catch up on what happened in optometry during the week of July 15-July 19.
Optometry Giving Sight launches new year-round fundraising initiative
TEAM-OGS gives practices more fundraising opportunities to end preventable blindness and vision impairment globally throughout the year.
Dropless cataract surgery: Revolutionizing postoperative care for enhanced patient outcomes
Removing drops improves adherence and comfort for most patients.
NOA 2024: NOSA reflects on convention's networking and mentorship opportunities for students
Organization corresponding secretary Babirekere Bakama weighs in on her favorite learning opportunities at this year’s NOA Convention.
Keeping patient care personalized
An introduction to cerebral visual impairment.
Coupling of clinical trial recruitment and AI eases the burden of GA studies
Utilizing artificial intelligence may provide feasibility assessments, data-driven protocol design, and cost reduction opportunities.
NOA 2024: Eyerie Academics takes on student wellness and exam preparation
Cofounders Camille F. Cohen, OD, FAAO, and Janis James, OD, FAAO discuss what the organization has been up to at the National Optometric Association Convention.
Potential underlying corneal pathologies associated with alopecia areata
Study investigators conducted a case-control study to investigate the corneal topography parameters and biomechanics in patients with alopecia areata.
NOA 2024: Past president speaks on organization's continued initiatives
Sherrol A Reynolds, OD, speaks on event highlights from this year's NOA convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NOA 2024: The dos and don'ts of prosthetic eye care
A. Philip Aitsebaomo, OD, PhD, informs eye care providers to get comfortable with handling prosthetics and stay educated to find the best fit for patients.