Australia’s ophthalmic community has welcomed the approval of Novartis’ latest therapy for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD). Advocates hope the decision will lift treatment adherence rates across the country. Read more
Misconceptions and quirks of Australians unveiled in new eye health survey
Australia’s spending and hygiene habits have been laid bare in a survey that casts a new light on the country’s general attitudes and understanding of eyecare. Read more
RANZCO outlines stance on blue light
A newly published RANZCO position paper has suggested there is little to no evidence blue light blocking spectacles improve visual performance or protect macular health, however screen-emitted blue light may interrupt circadian rhythms. Read more
Australian genetics study paves way for glaucoma blood test
Australian researchers have identified 107 genes that increase the risk of glaucoma and developed a genetic test to detect people at risk of going blind from the condition. Read more
Aussie researchers uncover faster, cheaper test for myopia
South Australian researchers have developed a new method to assess myopia using optical coherence tomography (OCT). Read more
Luxottica supports bushfire-affected communities
Luxottica has pledged to donate up to $150,000 and is offering free replacement spectacles and lubricating eye drops as Australians count the cost of the ongoing bushfire disaster. Read more
Australia-first eye clinic for Indigenous patients
The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital (RVEEH) has joined forces with the Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS) to launch Australia’s first specialist eye clinic within a community-controlled organisation. Read more
Government pushes ocular projects for commercial development
Projects to develop decision support software for macular disease, sustained release ocular implants and a control sleeve for intravitreal injections are a step closer to commercial development, following the latest round of government research grants. Read more
Optometry Australia releases Federal Budget wish list
An additional $13.7 million could fund the reinstatement of more frequent eye exams for middle-aged patients and pave the way for future optometry service models, including virtual consultations and wearable technology, according to Optometry Australia (OA). Read more
Eyecare community chips in for bushfire response
Australia’s ophthalmic community has rallied around people hardest hit by the bushfire crisis, with practices offering free spectacle replacements and organisations pledging more than $100,000. Read more