Inaugural macular disease study offers fresh insight into patient experiences
The Macular Disease Foundation Australia (MDFA)’s first-ever social impact survey has revealed a quarter of patients have low levels of ...
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The rise of healthcare consumerism
Healthcare consumerism is a concept that has existed for some time, but only recently has it really taken hold and ...
Australian glaucoma trial set to expand after vitamin B3 success
Daily doses of vitamin B3 can lead to significant improvements in glaucoma patients who are also receiving regular treatments to ...
Aussie study targets at-risk relatives of glaucoma patients
Preliminary results of a study targeting the most at-risk relatives of glaucoma patients suggest approximately 38% have the disease or ...
Missed appointments data brings COVID-19 impact into focus
The nation’s first glimpse into the impact of reduced optometry services due to the COVID-19 lockdown has been provided in ...
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 ...