Optics News

Stereoacuity deterioration or progression to constant exotropia was uncommon among children with intermittent exotropia who did not undergo surgical treatment, according to a study from the journal, Ophthalmology.

A concentration of 0.05% atropine stymied the rate of myopia progression in preteen children compared with two other concentrations of the drug, according to findings published in Ophthalmology.

Eyeglasses wear showed no major efficacy compared with observation in treating young children diagnosed with hyperopia, according to findings published in Ophthalmology.

Most optometrists report proactive use of cycloplegia but may still wish to have more evidence-based resources on which to base their decisions, according to a study in Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics.

The CDC’s annual Contact Lens Health Week will work with the American Optometric Association and Health Care Alliance for Patient Safety to raise awareness of healthy lens practices Aug. 17 to 21.

MiSight daily disposable soft contact lenses were effective at slowing myopia progression compared with standard daily disposable lenses, according to study results published in Journal Optometry and Vision Science.

The AAO announced its decision to host this year’s meeting, renamed Academy 2020 At Home, on an online platform.

Researchers exploring mitochondrial function in patients with age-related visual decline found that light therapy significantly improved color contrast sensitivity for the blue visual axis among those 40 years old and older.

CooperVision expanded its efforts in addressing myopia through the acquisition of C&E GP Specialists Inc., the company announced in a press release.

Analysis of the MiSight 1-day trial compared with clinical practice results showed an effective change in the natural history of myopia with a reduction in the proportion of fast progressors among both younger and older wearers.