The World Health Organization is calling on nations to adopt five key recommendations of its World report on vision, including making eyecare an integral part of universal health coverage. Read more
Linking patients with Indigenous artists
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
Important coronavirus update sent to ophthalmologists
RANZCO will be forwarding to its members the latest coronavirus alert from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), providing updated information after two studies further established a link between the virus and conjunctivitis. Read more
New dry eye therapy now TGA-approved
Australian drug regulators have approved a new aqueous, immunosuppressant for the treatment of moderate-to-severe dry eye. Read more
Patient symposium draws experts together for World Glaucoma Week
A panel of glaucoma experts from ophthalmology, optometry, pharmacy and orthoptics, alongside patients living with the disease, will discuss the benefits of collaborative care at a patient symposium this week. Read more
Women and children feature prominently in record 10 million eye exams
New figures have revealed Australian optometrists performed a record number of Medicare consultations last year, while children’s vision assessments increased at a greater rate than population growth. Read more
Updated occupational optometry guide to help curb eye injuries
Optometry Australia (OA) has produced a free occupational optometry and safety eyewear guide to help eyecare professionals prevent patient injuries in the workplace. Read more
Novartis pursues PBS listing for Beovu
Novartis is working to ensure its newly-approved drug Beovu is accessible via the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) at the earliest opportunity after expressing disappointment over an initial decision not to recommend it for the government-subsidised medicines program. Read more
AI predicts treatment outcome for diabetic vision loss
A new approach that uses an algorithm to analyse retinal images could help practitioners select the best treatment for patients with vision loss from diabetic macular edema. Read more
Safilo secures digital position acquisition of Blenders
Italian eyewear group Safilo has sought to galvanise its portfolio of brands, as well as online sales technology, with the acquisition of San Diego-based eyewear manufacturer and retailer Blenders Eyewear. Read more