News
World Council of Optometry and Alcon Launch Additional Video Tools for Dry Eye Wheel
Thursday, December 12 2024 | 08 h 54 min | News
The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon have released new online resources to help eye care professionals (ECPs) use their Dry Eye Wheel, a practical tool that helps with the diagnosis and treatment of dry eye disease.
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Optometry Giving Sight Announces 2024 Grant Winners
Wednesday, December 11 2024 | 14 h 51 min | News
This year, 16 grants totaling almost $1 million USD have been awarded to 15 organizations for projects that will help eradicate uncorrected refractive error globally.
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Gene Therapy for Wet AMD: Phase 1/2 Clinical Trial Results
Wednesday, December 11 2024 | 10 h 01 min | News
A new study published in The Lancet shared results from a Phase 1/2 clinical trial testing a one-time anti-VEGF gene therapy for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD).
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CooperVision Hosts Canadian ECPs for Innovation Tour in Costa Rica
Wednesday, December 11 2024 | 09 h 49 min | News
CooperVision recently hosted an Innovation Tour for 20 eye care professionals from across Canada at its state-of-the-art, LEED® certified manufacturing facility located in San José, Costa Rica.
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CEVR and SCOPE Health Sign a MoU to Develop and Commercialize Novel Product Technologies for the Treatment of Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Conditions
Wednesday, December 11 2024 | 09 h 24 min | News
The Centre for Eye and Vision Research (CEVR) and SCOPE Health Inc. have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a collaborative partnership focused on developing innovative technologies for dry eye disease and other ocular surface conditions.
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Three New Peer Reviewed Papers Expand Myopia Management Evidence for SightGlass Vision Diffusion Optics Technology™
Wednesday, December 11 2024 | 09 h 10 min | News
Works in BMJ Open Ophthalmology, Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics, and Translational Vision Science & Technology Focus on Efficacy, Vision, and Contrast Theory
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VISIBILIA and Kappa® (BasicNet) Announce Exclusive Licensing Agreement
Tuesday, December 10 2024 | 09 h 05 min | News
Visibilia and Kappa® have announced an exclusive licensing agreement for the design, production, and distribution of Kappa® eyewear.
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Optometry Outside the Clinic
Monday, December 9 2024 | 11 h 53 min | News
Discover the unique challenges and rewarding experiences of providing optometry care in underserved communities. Dr. Shannon Hughes shares insights from rural British Columbia and Malawi, highlighting the barriers of language, resources, and follow-up care, along with inspiring solutions for greater accessibility.
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Zyloware Celebrates 101 Years of Excellence with New Growth Initiative Welcoming CenterGate Capital as Majority Partner
Friday, December 6 2024 | 14 h 44 min | News
This strategic partnership marks a pivotal moment in Zyloware’s history, setting the stage for transformative growth and innovation while honoring its enduring legacy.
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OAC Reaffirms Commitment to Collaboration with Ontario Opticians Association
Friday, December 6 2024 | 09 h 14 min | News
The Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) wishes to clarify the status of its Collaboration Agreement with the Ontario Opticians Association (OOA).
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