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September 9, 2015May 20, 2026

Mexx Eyes: Zig Zag Prints and Stripes

Zig zags or stripes – three new ladies’ styles boost the Mexx Eyes collection. Fronts made from acetate (style 5338) and metal (style 5156 / 5157) meet transparent or matt temples with geometric zig zag prints. From gentle pastel colours such as baby pink, across various shades of blue to cool transparent black, there are so many different colour combinations to choose from.

With style 5342, a men’s version of the concept is also available. Here, the temples are imprinted with stripes. The result? Three styles à la Mexx Eyes: uncomplicated fronts, casual temples.

Mexx Eyes – Glasses for every day. For real people. For people who live life to the full, preferring authenticity to perfection.

Distributed by Lanctôt: www.rlanctot.com

September 9, 2015April 24, 2018

New WCO President to Focus on Education and Advocacy

Announced during the WCO general delegates meeting in Medellín, Colombia, on August 16, Dr. Uduak Udom will take over the World Council of Optometry (WCO) leadership fromthe outgoing President, Canadian OD Susan Cooper. Dr. Udom was formerly the president of the African Council of Optometry and the first female president of the Nigerian Optometric Association.

In her speech, Dr. Udom outlined the goals for her two year term: “The mission of WCO is to facilitate the enhancement and development of eye and vision care worldwide via education, humanitarian outreach and policy development. I want to state that this will be my reference point during the coming two years.” Dr. Udom also emphasized her commitment to advocacy training.

Canadian OD Dr. Scott Mundle was named President Elect and will take over from Dr. Udom following the 2017 World Congress of Optometry in Hyderabad, India.

Further Information: http://www.worldoptometry.org/en/news/index.cfm/Newly%20elected%20WCO%20President%20will%20focus%20on%20education,%20advocacy%20and%20collaboration

September 8, 2015April 24, 2018

A Breakthrough in Managing Dry Eyes?

Twenty five percent of patients report dry eye related symptoms, making dry eye one of the most common reasons for a patient to visit their ECP. The September special issue of Optometry and Vision Science focused on the latest expert research updates on dry eyes is divided into several key areas: risk factors, diagnosis, treatment and management, and clinical perspectives.

One challenge of treating patients with dry eye, says Dr. Meng C. Lin, of UC Berkeley, is that different ocular conditions can lead to similar symptoms. Many of the risk factors for dry eye disease are looked at in depth, including climate, anti-glaucoma medication, isotretinoin, incomplete blinking following LASIK surgery, and meibomian gland dysfunction.

In addition, new methods for managing dry eye symptoms are proposed, including the use of computer software to induce prompted blinking.

Further information: http://journals.lww.com/optvissci/Fulltext/2015/09000/OVS_Announces.1.aspx

September 4, 2015April 24, 2018

CDC Survey Identifies Riskiest CL Wearer Behaviours

A recent survey from the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report warns that 99% of contact lens wearers engage in at least one behaviour putting them at risk of CL-related infection.

The most common risky behaviour was wearing contacts for longer than recommended (82.3% of respondents). Other common behaviours were “topping off” CL solution rather than replacing the solution completely (55.1%) and wearing contact lenses while sleeping (50.2%). Each of these behaviours represents a fivefold or greater increase in the risk of infection.

The CDC ran its second annual Contact Lens Health Week from August 24-28 to raise awareness of CL-related infections. In support of CL Health Week, CooperVision released materials to educate CL wearers on maintaining healthy eyes.

Further information: http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6432a2.htm, http://finance.yahoo.com/news/top-doctor-offers-six-contact-195700581.html

September 4, 2015May 20, 2026

Long Live Rock’N Roll

New for Silmo, Vinyl Factory will be releasing a 70s inspired rock collection while staying true to their music addicted spectacle wearing cronies.

The “Mike Brant” is a retro aviator sunglass dedicated to the legendary rocker from the 70s who captivated us with his music and mesmerized us with those angel eyes. The “Hagen” is a gorgeous woman’s retro acetate frame that truly captures the goddess personality of the punk rocker legend Nina Hagen.

Distributed in Canada by Optiman Inc.: www.optimaninc.com

Mexx Eyes: Zig Zag Prints and Stripes

New WCO President to Focus on Education and Advocacy

A Breakthrough in Managing Dry Eyes?

CDC Survey Identifies Riskiest CL Wearer Behaviours

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