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May 9, 2016April 24, 2018

New Optical Lab Opens in Lima, Peru

Vision for the Poor is pleased to advise that a new optical lab and service is now up and running at the Divino Nino Jesus (DNJ) Eye Hospital in Lima, Peru. The new optical lab, funded with support from Optometry Giving Sight, is expected to provide 8,000 new eye glasses to poor patients living in Lima and the Amazon rainforest region over the coming year.

“DNJ is a social service eye hospital that provides access to eye and vision care services for the poorest people of Lima,” said Dr. Doug Villella, founder of Vision for the Poor. “Demand for DNJ services has steadily increased and a need for more clinic space and an optical service was needed. In 2014 Vision for the Poor funded the addition of 1800 square feet of clinical space and the grant from Optometry Giving Sight funded the optical service which is located in the new space. The optical lab will also provide new eye glasses to DNJ patients treated at their satellite facility in the Amazon basin town of Loretto.”

Dr. Villella said that Vision for the Poor began working with DNJ in 2013 with the goal to help increase patient capacity from 35,000 patients per year to 60,000. He said this would be achieved by focusing on three pillars to achieve sustainability: high efficiency, high volume and high quality.

Click HERE to read full press release.

May 6, 2016April 24, 2018

Nine West Eyewear, for Today’s Modern Woman

Nine West Eyewear continues to create and design specifically to the modern woman and their everyday needs. This collection will satisfy every woman’s needs from the conservative work day right into the ever fun ladies night out. Nw5105, rich, luminescent, crystal front with geometric sculpted temples creates a frame of pure magnificence. This model is also available in petite sizing.

Nine West eyewear is distributed by Marchon eyewear: www.marchon.com

May 5, 2016April 24, 2018

The Vision Council Educates Consumers on UV Risks

The latest consumer-focused report on UV protection, called Spare Your Sight: Using Shades for Protection and Style, was released on May 4.

The report reveals that though three quarters of the individuals surveyed are concerned about potential eye problems resulting from UV rays, only 31% protect their eyes with sunwear every time they go outside.

The survey found that people were more likely to identify the long-term effects of UV on their skin than on their eyes, and children were much less likely to protect their eyes than adults (29% to 56%).

The report can be viewed online here.

May 4, 2016April 24, 2018

Make a Splash with Piper by Claudia Alan

Claudia Alan Inc. launches a new sunglass style in the AYA Pacific Northwest Collection. Piper is right on trend and will bring a new edge to your look. Featuring a fun orca design by First Nations artist Corrine Hunt, this style is comfortable and provides great coverage.

Available in a very cool brown/turquoise, classic black crystal or black/red. Impact and scratch-resistant acrylic lenses – UV400.

AYA is distributed by www.claudiaalan.com

May 3, 2016April 24, 2018

Silmo Academy to Award Grant for Research in Optics and Vision Science

To mark its 7th edition, Silmo Academy is making some changes to the schedule and content of this eagerly anticipated scientific symposium. Its goal remains unchanged: to bring together high calibre specialists, share ideas and scientific developments in the field of vision and enable opticians to stay abreast of current research and enhance their medical knowledge.

However, this year it gains an extra day in order to attract even more participants and, for the first time, pledges its commitment to support research.

Silmo Academy plans to award a €10,000 grant to a research project in the field of optics and vision science. Open to any individual researcher or research team that submits an application, the winning project will be selected by the Silmo Academy Scientific Committee. Proposals may be submitted until September 6, after which the three best projects will be selected between September 6 and 16. These will be presented orally by applicants between September 20 and 23, with the winning research project announced and presented during the symposium.

The theme of the 2016 symposium will be READING, which will be explored via three sessions:

Reading and Reading Processes
Reading Processes in Children and Adults
Specific Reading Processes in Older People, followed by Reading, a Challenge for Public Health

Finally, as in previous years, an exhibition of posters open to all professionals will be on display at the entrance to the exhibition, a location selected to maximise exposure to visitors. The prize for the best poster will be decided by Silmo Academy attendees who can cast their vote throughout the symposium.

To read the full press release, click HERE.

For more information on eligibility criteria and on how to apply, click HERE.

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