A free webinar for optometrists managing keratoconus and dry eye patients will explain how they can access one of the few clinical registries worldwide that engages optometrists. Read more
Iconic low vision charity rebrands
Guide Dogs Australia has rebranded to better communicate the breadth of services it provides to people with low vision or blindness, the organisation has announced. Read more
Sydney researchers identify improved topical therapy for microbial keratitis
An ongoing clinical study in Sydney has uncovered an alternative topical therapy to treat microbial keratitis in lieu of the antibiotics recommended by Therapeutic Guidelines Australia. Read more
New myopia alliance to overcome axial length challenge
Unprecedented clinical interest in measuring axial length has fuelled a new partnership between the world’s largest multi-platform digital suite for myopia management and an optical device company headquartered in Germany. Read more
Ocular benefits could fuel new demand for Aussie capsicum growers
Orange capsicums contain the richest source of the orange pigment zeaxanthin, which is vital for central vision, according to a plant physiologist at The University of Queensland (UQ). Read more
Australia trial commences for ‘game-changer’ retinal disease eye drop
A clinical trial is under way in Australia for a novel eye drop treatment for retinal vascular diseases that could replace the current approach involving serial intravitreal injections into the back of the eye. Read more
When one plan leads to another
What started out as a small project to improve the layout in a regional practice with a large floorplan turned into a major renovation that tripled in budget. Read more
Time to update and renovate?
Whether it’s a newly acquired optical practice, or a well-established business needing a major facelift, the decision to renovate requires significant investment, planning and patience. Read more
Eyecare professionals second in line for national vaccine rollout
Australian optometrists and ophthalmologists will receive a COVID-19 vaccine in the second wave of a five-phase national rollout strategy, according to the latest information from the Federal Government. Read more
CooperVision and Essilor announce JV for acquisition of myopia spectacle lens
The parent companies of CooperVision and Essilor have announced a new joint venture to acquire a spectacle lens approved for myopia control in several countries. Read more