In 2008, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander adults had 6x more blindness than other Australians. The leading cause was unoperated cataract followed by uncorrected refractive error, diabetic retinopathy and trachoma. One third had never had an eye exam. Read more
During a crisis such as COVID-19, the industry landscape can be changing daily. Prime Creative Media offers this complimentary resource for B2B companies on how to best equip your team to communicate regularly with clients, and still generate sales.
Optical dispensers fit and adapt glasses, but is the role they fill in practice that of a healthcare professional or retailer? STEVEN DARAS examines the arguments for and against. Read more
Insight is generating record engagement as the ophthalmic sector seeks to keep updated and informed on how the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation is shaping the way they practise and do business. Read more
“If you think compliance is expensive, try non-compliance,” former US deputy attorney general Paul McNulty once said. JULIE LARKIN explains what Fair Work expects from practices.
As Australia’s largest B2B publisher we have been looking at how we can best support our many industries through the changing COVID-19 situation. Read more
Orthoptics Australia is starting 2020 with a new board and structure, giving the organisation an opportunity to review its priorities. President JANE SCHULLER outlines five she would like to focus on. Read more
Late last year I launched Jukurrpa Designs, a collection of frames inspired by Australian Aboriginal Artwork. The feedback I’ve received on the designs has been fantastic so far, but getting to this point was a very long journey. Read more
It doesn’t take too much for a healthcare practice to have its service disrupted. KAREN CROUCH explains how business continuity planning can mitigate the potential for damage. Read more
In a finding that may have significant implications for how glaucoma is diagnosed and managed, researchers from the University of South Florida (USF) have found that both eye and brain pressure are physiologically connected. Read more