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January 03, 2022
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Patient-reported symptoms explain variance in glaucomatous visual field damage

Patient-reported symptoms of glaucoma, including blurry vision, sensitivity to light and little peripheral vision, explain the variance in visual field damage, according to a cross-sectional study in Ophthalmology.

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December 30, 2021
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Handheld chromatic pupillometry may determine functional loss in patients with glaucoma

A newly developed handheld chromatic pupillometer has shown accuracy in revealing pupillometric dysfunctions in patients with varying severity of glaucoma, according to data published in British Journal of Ophthalmology.

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December 28, 2021
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Switching patients with glaucoma to SITA Faster may improve test performance

Switching patients with glaucoma to SITA Faster may improve test performance

Transitioning from SITA Standard to SITA Faster may improve visual field performance in moderate to advanced glaucoma but may conceal disease progression, according to a retrospective, longitudinal study.

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December 27, 2021
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Eye care professionals can foster deeper patient relationships in digital era

Eye care professionals can foster deeper patient relationships in digital era

Creating a patient-centric approach in your eye care office is essential, especially as we evolve our practices to fit in today’s digital era.

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December 23, 2021
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BLOG: Consistent, frequent practice needed for proficiency in dilated retinal exam

BLOG: Consistent, frequent practice needed for proficiency in dilated retinal exam

Ultra-widefield imaging systems have been widely adopted in optometry, and for very good reasons.

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December 21, 2021
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Nanoshield significantly reduces viruses, bacteria on high touch surfaces

Nanoshield technology has been found to reduce transmission of viruses and bacteria, including SARS CoV-2, influenza, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus and norovirus, on high touch surfaces between regular cleanings, Nanoveu said in a press release.

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December 16, 2021
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Alcon CEO: With strong financials, investment in vision care continues

Alcon CEO: With strong financials, investment in vision care continues

Alcon’s financial results for the third quarter of 2021 indicated worldwide sales of $2.1 billion, an increase of 15% over last year.

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December 15, 2021
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Consumer satisfaction with vision plans increases in 2021

Vision plan satisfaction has increased this year after an overall satisfaction decrease in 2020, according to a press release from J.D. Power.

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December 15, 2021
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Vision and hearing impairments increase risks for poor CV outcomes in type 2 diabetes

Vision and hearing impairments increase risks for poor CV outcomes in type 2 diabetes

People with type 2 diabetes and a hearing or vision impairment have an elevated risk for myocardial infarction, stroke and all-cause mortality, according to study findings published in the Journal of Diabetes Investigation.

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December 14, 2021
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Supplement targets dry eye disease through nerve function

TJ Nutrition has released a supplement designed to increase tear production and control inflammation in dry eye disease, according to a press release.

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