Jul 3, 2022
Happy 4th of July
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Jul 3, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? If the human eye were a digital camera it would have 576 megapixels
Jul 3, 2022
Measuring Proteins in Eye Fluid Could Identify Patients Needing Lifelong Macular Degeneration Therapy
Published: June 30, 2022, Original story from Johns Hopkins Medicine In a study of eye fluid from 38 patients, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they have found that levels of…
Jun 28, 2022
Eye wonder – a peek into the biology of our peepers
By Optometrist Nabila Jones from Optegra Eye Sciences Eyes really are a feat of evolution. They enable us to see tiny specks and huge mountains; to see bright, vibrant colors…
Jun 26, 2022
Vision changes after 40? Here’s what you need to know
By Dane Dickerson Wealth of Geeks Your late 30s to early 40s are likely to be a busy and demanding time. With work responsibilities and raising children, life is stressful…
Jun 26, 2022
Vision Forward raising awareness of services for blind, visually impaired
MILWAUKEE — The number of Americans ages 40 and over with blindness or visual impairment is expected to double between 2015 and 2050. That means more people will be at…
Jun 17, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? We spend about 10% of our wake time with our eyes closed #eyefacts #eyehealth # eyecare #fridayfuneyefacts
Jun 13, 2022
Dry Macular Degeneration (AMD): Symptoms, Risk Factors, Management, and More
Dry macular degeneration is one of the two types of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a leading cause of permanent vision loss in older adults. Macular degeneration develops over time…
Jun 13, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? The lifespan of an average eyelash is 5 months, while the rest of your hair lasts 2-4 years
Jun 13, 2022
Wylde On Health: Eye Health & Optimal Ophthalmology
Listen to Wylde On Health podcast with Joshua Mail, MD Eye Health & Optimal Ophthalmology with Dr. Joshua Mali | RSS.com
Jun 4, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? Chameleons can move their eyes in two directions at once
Jun 2, 2022
Beovu receives FDA approval for new indication in diabetic macular edema
The FDA approved Beovu for the treatment of diabetic macular edema, Novartis announced in a press release. This new indication follows the previous approval of Beovu (brolucizumab, Novartis) 6 mg…
May 30, 2022
Nutrition A-Z
Episode 77 Part 1-Nutrition A-Z Link: https://youtu.be/j-fvfLnGSS0 Description: Dr. Bartlett is currently the vice president of global research and development for Pharmanex, where he oversees an energetic team of scientists,…
May 30, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? The optic nerve contains more than one million nerve cells.
May 20, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? Your eye is the fastest contracting muscle in the body, contracting in less than 1/100th of a second #Funeyefacts #eyecare #eyehealth
May 6, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? The shark cornea is used in human eye surgery as it is the most similar to the human cornea.
May 2, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? The average person blinks 12 times a minute (bet you just blinked!)
May 2, 2022
Healthy Aging: Is It Time to Stop Driving?
You may want to have a say in this decision, or you may simply want to follow your doctor’s recommendation. Either way, this information will help you understand what your…
Apr 15, 2022
Friday Fun Eye Facts
Did you know? Your eyes are comprised of rods and cones. Rods allow you to see shapes, while cones are responsible for detecting and deciphering colors.
Apr 15, 2022
Should You Be Tested for Age-Related Macular Degeneration?
by: Dave Miller Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a chronic eye disease that damages the macula, a small area near the center of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision.…
Apr 14, 2022
Save the Date- 2022 Giving Challenge – Be the ONE
We are a few short weeks away from the 2022 Giving Challenge! The Giving Challenge is an exciting 24-hour online giving event that connects 700+ nonprofit organizations with passionate donors…
Apr 14, 2022
Allergan announces positive topline Phase 3 results for presbyopia therapeutic
by: David Hutton, OT Staff Reports According to the company, the VIRGO trial evaluated the safety and efficacy of the investigational twice-daily administration of pilocarpine HCl ophthalmic solution 1.25% in adults…
Apr 14, 2022
Genentech launches trial to study treatment for DME in underrepresented patients
by: Lynda Charters According to the company, the trial will study the effect of the drug in treatment-naïve patients with diabetic macular edema (DME) who are members of underrepresented patient…
Apr 8, 2022
Friday Eye Fun Facts
Friday Fun Eye Fact Did you know? Only 1/16 of your eyeball is visible.
Apr 7, 2022
Novartis: European Commission approves brolucizumab 6 mg for patients with diabetic macular edema
April 1, 2022 David Hutton, OT Staff Reports Approval is based on year 1 data from the Phase III KESTREL and KITE trials investigating brolucizumab 6 mg versus aflibercept 2 mg…
Apr 4, 2022
How food and diet impact the treatment of disease
by The City University of New York Today, the Center for Food As Medicine (famcenter.org) and the Hunter College NYC Food Policy Center (nycfoodpolicy.org) released its groundbreaking, 335 pages (with more…
Mar 30, 2022
Five tips for a healthy diet
University of Alabama SOM News|March 28, 2022 UAB nutrition experts provide five practical ways you can start living a healthier life. Maintaining a healthy diet is important for your body’s…
Mar 29, 2022
Addressing the need for greater access in vision care
March 24, 2022 Dawn Williams, OD Optometry Times Journal Education, advancing technology are key to meeting patient needs Access to vision care is a growing concern in the United States…
Mar 28, 2022
The power of vitamin D: What experts already know (and are still learning) about the ‘sunshine vitamin’
It’s no secret that vitamin D is critical to balancing many areas of health. But from pediatric broken bones to cluster headaches, physicians and scientists at The University of Texas…