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Ozempic-Type Drugs Linked to Increased Risk of Wet AMD

Wednesday, October 8 2025 | 09 h 21 min | Vision Science

New research from the University of Toronto suggests a possible link between long-term use of GLP-1 drugs (eg Ozempic and Wegovy) and a slightly...

Gene Editing Therapy to be Tested for Treatment of Wet AMD

Wednesday, April 9 2025 | 13 h 10 min | Vision Science

A phase 1 clinical trial will be launching soon to test a gene editing approach for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) In wet AMD...

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...

Robotic Radiation Treatment May Help Treat Wet AMD

Wednesday, October 16 2024 | 13 h 46 min | Vision Science

A new study, published in The Lancet, suggests that a one-time radiation therapy may reduce the number of anti-VEGF injections needed for wet...

First Successful Skin-To-Eye Stem Cell Transplant

Thursday, May 26 2016 | 00 h 00 min | Vision Science

Researchers from RIKEN Center for Developmental Biology in Kobe, Japan, presented results for a patient one year after the first ever skin-to-eye...

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Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a Canadian-designed Rx-ready sunwear collection combining contemporary style, UV protection and accessible pricing.

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Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Specsavers names Jane Hoban Managing Director of its Canadian operations as the company enters its next phase of growth with more than 270 stores nationwide.

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, researchers across Canada are recognized for their contributions to advancing vision health and preventing vision loss.

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

The American Academy of Optometry’s 2026 Retina Summit will bring clinicians together in Indianapolis for focused education on retinal disease and emerging technologies.

Contact lens Institute CLI and United Opticians Association logos 2026

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

A new See Tomorrow report from the Contact Lens Institute highlights the vital role opticians play in contact lens care and identifies strong interest in additional professional education.

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a Canadian-designed Rx-ready sunwear collection combining contemporary style, UV protection and accessible pricing.

Learn More

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Specsavers names Jane Hoban Managing Director of its Canadian operations as the company enters its next phase of growth with more than 270 stores nationwide.

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, researchers across Canada are recognized for their contributions to advancing vision health and preventing vision loss.

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

The American Academy of Optometry’s 2026 Retina Summit will bring clinicians together in Indianapolis for focused education on retinal disease and emerging technologies.

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

A new See Tomorrow report from the Contact Lens Institute highlights the vital role opticians play in contact lens care and identifies strong interest in additional professional education.

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a Canadian-designed Rx-ready sunwear collection combining contemporary style, UV protection and accessible pricing.

Learn More

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Specsavers names Jane Hoban Managing Director of its Canadian operations as the company enters its next phase of growth with more than 270 stores nationwide.

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, researchers across Canada are recognized for their contributions to advancing vision health and preventing vision loss.

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

The American Academy of Optometry’s 2026 Retina Summit will bring clinicians together in Indianapolis for focused education on retinal disease and emerging technologies.

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

A new See Tomorrow report from the Contact Lens Institute highlights the vital role opticians play in contact lens care and identifies strong interest in additional professional education.

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Centennial Optical introduces Roots Sunglasses, a Canadian-designed Rx-ready sunwear collection combining contemporary style, UV protection and accessible pricing.

Learn More

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Specsavers names Jane Hoban Managing Director of its Canadian operations as the company enters its next phase of growth with more than 270 stores nationwide.

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

On International Women’s Day, researchers across Canada are recognized for their contributions to advancing vision health and preventing vision loss.

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

The American Academy of Optometry’s 2026 Retina Summit will bring clinicians together in Indianapolis for focused education on retinal disease and emerging technologies.

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

A new See Tomorrow report from the Contact Lens Institute highlights the vital role opticians play in contact lens care and identifies strong interest in additional professional education.

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Ozempic-Type Drugs Linked to Increased Risk of Wet AMD

Gene Editing Therapy to be Tested for Treatment of Wet AMD

Gene Therapy for Wet AMD: Phase 1/2 Clinical Trial Results

Robotic Radiation Treatment May Help Treat Wet AMD

First Successful Skin-To-Eye Stem Cell Transplant

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Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care

Centennial Optical Launches Roots Sunglasses Collection

Specsavers Names Jane Hoban Managing Director for Canada

Women Researchers Advancing Vision Health on International Women’s Day

American Academy of Optometry Announces 2026 Retina Summit in Indianapolis, Indiana

New Research Highlights Opticians’ Key Role in Contact Lens Care