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January 29, 2024
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Hoot unveils marketing solution for optometrists to boost referrals from pediatricians

Hoot Health has announced the launch of Hoot Referrals, the company’s marketing automation solution designed help optometrists connect with nearby pediatricians through targeted communications about myopia awareness.

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December 12, 2023
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Age not a factor when estimating myopia onset using axial length

NEW ORLEANS — Although age should be considered when estimating the probability of myopia onset based on refractive error, risk assessments using axial length do not need to include adjustments for age, according to a presenter.

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October 31, 2023
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Accommodation increases throughout day with low-dose atropine

NEW ORLEANS — Objectively measured accommodative amplitude increased throughout the day in children using low-dose atropine for myopia management, according a study presented at Academy ’23.

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September 16, 2022
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Low-dose atropine, MiSight help slow myopia progression in children, adolescents

MONTEREY, Calif. — Digital devices, near work, less time outdoors and genetics contribute to increased myopia in children, but there are ways to mitigate progression, according to a speaker at the Women in Ophthalmology Summer Symposium.

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November 15, 2019
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FDA approves MiSight contact lens to slow myopia progression in children

The first contact lens indicated to slow myopia progression in children aged 8 to 12 years has received FDA approval, according to an FDA press release.