Contact Lenses/Eye Wear News

What kind of patient comes to mind if you heard the following information about them?

The recently introduced Contact Lens Rule Modernization Act would update prescription verification requirements by prohibiting passive robocalls and changing patient notification processes.

EnChroma Inc. said in a press release that the Lx Eyewear device series could help people with low vision and age-related vision impairments.

Many of the dry eye patients I see are unaware of the treatment options that could result in their successfully wearing contact lenses.

The CDC disseminated information about hygienic contact lens practices through social media, newsletters and other digital channels as part of Contact Lens Health Week from Aug. 17 to 21.

During a CooperVision-sponsored webinar announcing the U.S. launch of MiSight contact lenses for myopia control in pediatric patients, Michele Andrews, OD, suggested three at-home tests parents can use to determine whether their child can see a 20/20-sized letter.

Bausch + Lomb introduced Infuse silicone hydrogel daily disposable contact lenses.

A proof-of-concept clinical study showed changes in axial length resulting from the use of a wearable myopia control device that replicated changes previously achieved with a bench top device.

The use of multifocal contact lenses with a high-add power outer lens may be beneficial in slowing the progression of myopia in children, according to findings published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

So much for the year 2020 to be all about eye care! What was once thought of as a slam-dunk to promote the need for comprehensive eye exams (“see 20/20 in 2020”) turned out to be a lesson in social distancing, hand washing and face masks.