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October 03, 2023
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VIDEO: Sleep, hydration, nutrition, mindfulness, exercise ‘pillars’ of dry eye care

VIDEO: Sleep, hydration, nutrition, mindfulness, exercise ‘pillars’ of dry eye care

LAS VEGAS — The foundation of dry eye care is based on “five pillars of wellness,” according to Laura M. Periman, MD.

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October 03, 2023
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Calcium channel blocker use linked to 39% higher odds for glaucoma, no effect on IOP

Calcium channel blocker use linked to 39% higher odds for glaucoma, no effect on IOP

Calcium channel blocker use was associated with an average 39% higher odds of glaucoma, as well as thinner inner retinal thickness, in a cross-sectional study of UK Biobank data.

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October 02, 2023
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VIDEO: Visus enrolling patients for second trial of presbyopia drop

VIDEO: Visus enrolling patients for second trial of presbyopia drop

LAS VEGAS — Visus Therapeutics completed one clinical trial for Brimochol PF, a once-daily drop for presbyopia, earlier this year and is currently enrolling patients for a second trial, a company executive said at Vision Expo West.

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September 29, 2023
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IbisVision launches new technology for online eye prescriptions

IbisVision launches new technology for online eye prescriptions

LAS VEGAS — Scotland-based IbisVision has launched its over-the-internet eye care technology, which allows optometrists to remotely determine a corrective lens prescription, the company announced at Vision Expo West.

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September 28, 2023
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Zenni to provide prescription lens inserts for Meta VR headset

Zenni to provide prescription lens inserts for Meta VR headset

LAS VEGAS — Zenni Optical has announced a partnership with Meta to provide prescription lens inserts for the just-launched Meta Quest 3 virtual reality headset.

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September 27, 2023
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Bausch + Lomb launches Lumify line of hypoallergenic eye care products

Bausch + Lomb launches Lumify line of hypoallergenic eye care products

Bausch + Lomb has launched Lumify Eye Illuminations, its new line of hypoallergenic eye care products designed to cleanse, nourish and brighten the eye area, the company announced in a press release.

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September 26, 2023
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VIDEO: Ocular surface disease symposium returns with new educational programs, workshops

VIDEO: Ocular surface disease symposium returns with new educational programs, workshops

The Twin Cities Ocular Surface Disease Symposium, to be held Oct. 21 and 22 in Minneapolis, will offer 12 hours of accredited continuing education for eye care professionals, the symposium’s founder, Ahmad Fahmy, OD, FAAO, told Healio.

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September 21, 2023
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AOA: Eye safety a priority for upcoming annular solar eclipse

AOA: Eye safety a priority for upcoming annular solar eclipse

In preparation for the annular solar eclipse on Saturday, Oct. 14, the American Optometric Association is emphasizing the importance of eye safety to protect eye health and vision during the celestial event.

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September 19, 2023
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OKYO Pharma completes enrollment of phase 2 trial for dry eye disease treatment

OKYO Pharma completes enrollment of phase 2 trial for dry eye disease treatment

OKYO Pharma has completed patient enrollment for the randomized portion of its phase 2 clinical trial of OK-101, a topical treatment for dry eye disease, the company announced in a press release.

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September 14, 2023
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FDA issues warning letters to 8 companies for marketing unapproved eye products

FDA issues warning letters to 8 companies for marketing unapproved eye products

The FDA has issued warning letters to eight companies for manufacturing or marketing unapproved ophthalmic drug products, the agency announced in a press release.

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