Primary Care Optometry News

Patients with glaucoma appeared to have poorer general health, mental health and quality of life, with more severe visual field impairment linked to worsening physical health outcomes, according to a study published in Cureus.

The U.S. Department of Education took shape in the mid-19th century, when President Andrew Johnson signed legislation in 1867 for its creation.

Older adults who wear progressive-addition lens glasses appeared at increased risk for falls compared with older adults who wear bifocals, according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science.

ORLANDO — In this Healio Video Perspective, Ashley Mills, CEO of The Vision Council, co-owner of Vision Expo East, provides a preview of this year’s event, including new opportunities and experiences.

ORLANDO — In this Healio Video Perspective from Telling It Like It Is, Andrew G. Lee, MD, explains why a team approach is needed for neuro-ophthalmic conditions.

Attendees can expect to see new programs, educational tracks and networking opportunities at SECO 2025, which will be held Feb. 25 to March 1, in Atlanta.

I had the unique opportunity to serve as an adjunct faculty member, as a lecturer in the public health track, at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry for more than 30 years.

I was pleased to read that President Joe Biden signed the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act.

The nonprofit eye health and safety organization Prevent Blindness has received its largest ever monetary donation from the Estate of Pamela Behrens, according to a press release.