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Academy ’25: New Data Strengthens Evidence for DOT™ Myopia Control Lenses

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SightGlass Vision presented new data at the American Academy of Optometry 2025 Annual Meeting in Boston showing the continued effectiveness of its DOT™ spectacle lenses for managing childhood myopia.

Stronger 18-Month Outcomes

Interim results from an 18-month study across five hospitals in China found that 57% of children wearing DOT lenses experienced no clinically meaningful myopia progression, nearly four times the rate seen with standard single-vision lenses (15%). DOT wearers also showed significantly less axial length elongation (0.34 mm) and spherical equivalent progression (0.70 D) than the control group.

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Canadian Real-World Results

Findings from CU Vision in British Columbia further highlight everyday impact. After two years of DOT lens wear, over half of children had stable refraction (≤0.50 D change), with progression slowed by at least half on average. Outcomes were particularly strong among younger children, who face the highest risk of rapid progression.

Astigmatism and Safety

New analyses presented by Dr. Debbie Laughton indicated that DOT lenses slow myopia progression without increasing astigmatism. Twelve-month results in both North American and Chinese populations showed no difference in astigmatism incidence between DOT wearers and control groups.

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Expanding Global Reach

SightGlass Vision, a joint venture of CooperVision and Essilor International, reports that more than one million children worldwide have now worn DOT lenses. Recent market launches include Canada, Spain, the Netherlands, Israel, China, and the U.K.

“Momentum continues to grow, with DOT becoming a globally trusted solution for protecting children’s vision,” said Andrew Sedgwick, CEO of SightGlass Vision.

Click HERE for the full press release.

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World Council of Optometry Installs New President and Announces President-Elect for 2025-2027 Term

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The World Council of Optometry (WCO) has officially welcomed new leadership for the 2025-2027 term.

During the WCO’s 2025 Virtual General Assembly on September 30, Dr. Cindy Tromans (United Kingdom) was formally installed as President, following a ceremonial transfer of the presidential medal at the 5th World Congress of Optometry this past June. Dr. Tromans had previously served as President-Elect since July 2023.

Outgoing World Council of Optometry President Dr. Sandra Block (WCO Immediate Past President 2025-2027) and incoming President Dr. Cindy Tromans (WCO President 2025-2027)
Outgoing World Council of Optometry President Dr. Sandra Block (WCO Immediate Past President 2025-2027) and incoming President Dr. Cindy Tromans (WCO President 2025-2027)

In her remarks, Dr. Tromans underlined the importance of strengthening optometry’s global voice. “WCO is the global voice of optometry. And we don’t just say that—we need to act it,” she told General Assembly attendees. “We need to ensure that the potential of optometry is understood to provide sustainable, affordable, and equitable eye care.”

The Assembly also confirmed the election of Dr. Rajeev Prasad (India) as WCO President-Elect for the 2025-2027 term. Dr. Prasad, who has served on the WCO Board of Directors since 2021, pledged to advance eye health and foster collaboration. “Together, I’m sure that we will advance eye health, foster collaboration, and create a lasting global impact,” he said.

Newly elected World Council of Optometry President-Elect, Dr. Rajeev Prasad (WCO President-Elect 2025-2027)
Newly elected World Council of Optometry President-Elect, Dr. Rajeev Prasad (WCO President-Elect 2025-2027)

Currently, Dr. Prasad is Secretary General of the Indian Optometry Association (IOA), President of the Asia Pacific Council of Optometry (APCO), and a member of the WCO Public Health Committee.

The WCO also acknowledged outgoing leaders, including Prof. Peter Hendicott (Australia, WCO President 2021-2023), for his dedication and strategic insight. Dr. Sandra Block (United States, WCO President 2023-2025) will remain on the Board as Immediate Past President.

The WCO Board congratulated both Dr. Tromans and Dr. Prasad, emphasizing confidence in the organization’s continued growth under their leadership.

Click HERE for the press release.

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Oakley® and Patrick Mahomes II Unveil New Signature Series Collection 

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Oakley® and Patrick Mahomes II, three-time Super Bowl champion and Team Oakley athlete, are evolving the quarterback’s Signature Series collection with three new additions. Building upon the previous collections, the latest release expands his assortment further into lifestyle and performance connecting even deeper with sport culture – introducing the Patrick Mahomes II Signature Series Chaminade alongside Sutro Lite and Resistor Sweep to complete the collection.

CHAMINADE

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Built with durable O Matter™ and Prizm™ Lens Technology, the Patrick Mahomes II Signature Series Oakley Chaminade fuses sport with elevated streetwear sensibility while enhancing color and contrast in everyday environments. A bold red frame accented with gold detailing pays homage to the Kansas City Chiefs, embodying the pride, passion, and energy he brings both on and off the field. 

SUTRO LITE SWEEP

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The Patrick Mahomes II Signature Series Oakley Sutro Lite Sweep is engineered for athletes who demand clarity and focus at game speed. The semi-rimless design provides a wider field of view, helping athletes track all things around them without visual obstruction. The high-wrap shield offers full coverage and protection from the elements. With Prizm™ Lens Technology, athletes experience sharper contrast and enhanced color allowing them to move confidently and seamlessly throughout their day.

RESISTOR SWEEP

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Pushing performance even further, the Resistor Sweep is a performance frame built specifically for youth, offering optimized fit and function. Inspired by the popular Sutro Lite Sweep, it features a modern swept lens design that combines retro Oakley® style with sport-ready performance. The lightweight O Matter™ frame and temples, along with no-slip Unobtainium® nose pads and earsocks, ensure a secure, comfortable fit that stays put through every sprint, tackle, and play. With Prizm™ Lens Technology, athletes get enhanced color and contrast to track the ball, read the field, and react faster during practice and game day.

The Patrick Mahomes II Signature Series Chaminade, Sutro Lite, and Resistor Sweep launches on Oakley.com and select Oakley retail locations on September 30. For more information on the Patrick Mahomes’ Signature Series, Oakley’s football and lifestyle collections, and Team Oakley, please visit Oakley.com.

Source: OAKLEY® AND PATRICK MAHOMES II UNVEIL NEW SIGNATURE SERIES COLLECTION 

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WEI Event Features Distinguished Bobier and Woodruff Keynote Lectures

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The upcoming Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI) event will highlight two keynote lectures that honour the legacy of Canadian optometric leaders while showcasing the insights of today’s vision science experts.

Annual Woodruff Lecture – Friday

The Annual Woodruff Lecture, established in 1994, recognizes the many contributions of Dr. Emerson Woodruff to the School of Optometry and the profession he served with distinction.

This year’s lecture will be delivered by Dr. Barbara Caffery, a respected leader in Canadian optometry. Dr. Caffery graduated from the New England College of Optometry in 1977 and earned her PhD in Vision Science from the University of Waterloo in 2009, with a focus on Sjögren’s Syndrome. She has published extensively in the areas of contact lenses and dry eye disease. After retiring from clinical practice in 2023, she continues to hold a research position at Toronto Eye Care and is currently enrolled in the MFA programme at Pacific University.

Clair Bobier Distinguished Lecture in Vision – Saturday

The Clair Bobier Distinguished Lecture in Vision honours Dr. Clair Bobier, whose leadership and vision were pivotal in the establishment of the University of Waterloo School of Optometry and its research-driven curriculum.

This year’s lecture will be presented by Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) Irving, professor emeritus and adjunct professor at the School of Optometry and Vision Science, University of Waterloo. She is affiliated with the Eye Research Institute of Canada and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Toronto.

Dr. Irving’s research focuses on ocular development and oculomotor function, with a particular interest in how the eye and visual system adapt to environmental influences—whether from daily living, disease, or its treatment. She has published extensively on these topics and remains actively engaged in advancing the field of vision science.

Honouring Legacy, Inspiring the Future

Together, the Woodruff Lecture (Friday) and the Bobier Lecture (Saturday) will headline the WEI event, celebrating the enduring influence of Dr. Emerson Woodruff and Dr. Clair Bobier while providing attendees with fresh insights from two of Canada’s most accomplished optometric researchers.

📅 The Woodruff Lecture will take place on Friday, followed by the Bobier Lecture on Saturday.

The 3-day event offers optometrists 20 COPE-accredited (pending) hours plus exclusive access to our industry trade show! The parallel, one-day optometric staff program provides 6 hours of continuing education for optometric assistants, ophthalmic technicians, office managers and front desk staff from optometric offices and clinics. 

View the complete agenda of speakers and events.


Chiavari: The Quiet Showstopper

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Crafted in stainless steel with hand-painted accents, Chiavari’s silhouette is clean and architectural, while the brushed colorwork along the rim adds just the right touch of visual intrigue.

The lens scale is purposefully balanced: bold enough to stand out, subtle enough to stay timeless. This is the quiet showstopper: an expression of confidence that doesn’t seek attention but earns it.

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