A Queensland independent optometry clinic is the first in Australia to introduce InMode’s combination treatment for dry eye disease into practise.
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Western Australia study finds computer screens the real culprit in myopia
A new study from The University of Western Australia has found computer screens, as opposed to mobile phones or tablets, are contributing to the myopia epidemic.
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Visual snow syndrome: Could mindfulness hold the key to this ‘awful’ condition?
A new Moorfields Eye Hospital study will examine the potential role of mindfulness to eliminate the static-type images people experience with visual snow syndrome.
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Glaucoma genetic test taken from mouth swab a step closer to the clinic in Australia
A $2.9 million funding injection from the Federal Government will support the rollout of a new saliva-based genetic test for glaucoma in Australia. The Adelaide team behind the technology believe it holds
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Dry eye disease and co-morbidities
At the completion of this article, the reader will be able to improve their management of dry eye disease and co-morbidities, including:
Recall the pathophysiology of dry eye disease
Recall the mechanism of action of the various dry eye treatment options
Identify the causes of a patient’s symptoms of dry eye
Implement effective management strategies for DED and co-morbidities.
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Alcon shaking up lubricant eye drops
A new product from Alcon is shaking up the eye lubricant category and piquing the interest of clinical optometrists and tear film researchers in Australia.
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Positive results for PolyActiva biodegradable implant for glaucoma
Melbourne-based ophthalmology company, PolyActiva, has reported promising clinical trial results for its six-month sustained drug delivery, biodegradable ocular implant in glaucoma patients.
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Diabetic retinopathy in Indigenous Australians
There is limited evidence on effective care models for diabetic retinopathy in Indigenous Australians, so Rosamond Gilden conducted her own study to figure out the best approach.
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CAIRS Plan tool to streamline keratoconus surgical procedures
An Australian ophthalmology duo are streamlining keratoconus surgical procedures with their development of the CAIRS Plan tool, which they are making free to colleagues.
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O=MEGA23: Highlights from the optometry clinical program
Myopia dominated the clinical program at O=MEGA23 and the 4th World Congress of Optometry, but there were also many other thought-provoking sessions that Insight attended.
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