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Nov 3, 2021
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Longer screen times increase risk of Myopia

A study has found that exposure to high levels of screen time can increase risk of myopia by up to 80% in children and young adults....

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Oct 16, 2021
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SightGlass Slows Myopia Progression

A trial that has been in process for two years has found that SightGlass Vision’s Diffusion Optics Technology slowed progression of...

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Oct 16, 2021
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Scanning The Eyes For Heart Disease

Researchers at the University of California are investigating how retinal scans could potentially help identify patients at risk of heart...

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Oct 16, 2021
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Eyesight and literacy scheme extended

A trial that the government had placed that gives two pairs of glasses to school children to improve reading and writing has now been...

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Oct 2, 2021
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Facebook Unveils Smart Glasses

Popular social media giants Facebook has launched its smart glasses in collaboration with Essilor Luxottica’s Ray-Ban brand. Facebook...

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Sep 20, 2021
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Scientists develop ‘Autofocals’ for Presbyopia

Approximately 1.2 billion people worldwide are currently affected by presbyopia which starts to affect one’s near vision around the age...

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Aug 27, 2021
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Using Smartphones to Detect Glaucoma

Scientists are always looking to help prevent Glaucoma and are constantly looking for ways to monitor patients’ IOP accurately for...

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Aug 19, 2021
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Researchers create wearable headset to identify dizziness

Scientists have created a wearable headset for diagnosing dizziness. A clinical investigation of the Continuous Ambulatory Vestibular...

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May 26
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Virtual Reality in Optometry: A New Frontier in Eye Care

Virtual reality (VR) is a rapidly growing technology with a wide range of potential applications. In the field of optometry, VR is being...

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May 22
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New Advancements in Treatment for AMD in 2022/2023

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50. The disease affects the macula,...

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May 12
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GlobalData Report Shows AI's Increasing Importance in Eye Care and Healthcare

According to a report by analytics company GlobalData, artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly crucial in the field of eye...

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May 2
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Exploring the Latest Advancements in Contact Lens Technology in Optometry

An exciting development in optometry has been the increasing use of contact lenses for the treatment of various eye conditions. Contact...

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Apr 12
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Smartphone Images Predict Whether Children Have Anaemia

A new study published in PLOS ONE has proposed a non-invasive method for detecting anaemia in children using smartphone-based...

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Mar 27
2 min

Recent Breakthrough's in Optometry

In recent years, there have been some significant breakthroughs in the field of optometry that have revolutionized the way we approach...

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Feb 20
1 min

6 Ways to Maintain Healthy Eyes

Our eyes are constantly working to provide us with vision and are exposed to various environmental factors that can affect their health....

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Feb 13
1 min

Positive Impact Creates Lash loss serum

Positive Impact has introduced a new cosmetic serum, designed to restore eyelashes and address issues related to long-term dry eye...

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Feb 10
1 min

Glaucoma Risk Linked with Sleep Patterns

According to a study published in BMJ Open, adverse sleep behaviours have been linked to a greater likelihood of developing and worsening...

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Jan 3
1 min

5 Harmful Things to The Eyes You Need to Know

There are several things that can harm your eyes, including: 1. UV Radiation: Exposure to UV radiation from the sun or other sources...

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