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TODAY'S HEADLINES
I was fortunate to attend last week's launch event for Bausch + Lomb's new silicone hydrogel contact lens, Ultra. This unique entry into the silicone hydrogel line contains a formulation of three silicone molecules combined with a high PVP content and manufactured using MoistureSeal technology, yielding a contact lens with high oxygen transmissibility and low modulus. » More
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Bridgewater, NJ—Bausch + Lombhas begun the initial rollout of its Ultra monthly replacement silicone hydrogel contact lens with MoistureSeal technology. The new lens technology, which was studied and developed for 7 years, combines a material with new manufacturing processes to produce a contact lens that breaks the cycle of discomfort for comfort all day, according to the company. » More |
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Dallas, TX—Leaders of the American Optometric Association (AOA), Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry (ARBO), Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO), and the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) held a facilitated 2-day meeting to come to a better understanding of each organization's operating realities, vision for the future, and stakeholder requirements. » More |
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Indianapolis, IN—Digital eye strain is caused by the overuse of digital devices such as computers and smartphones. Becausethese electronic devices are designed to be used and held within close range of the eyes, after a while, the eyes become strained as they continue to refocus to process the images on the digital screen. » More |
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Mexico City, Mexico—Mexican industry leaders joined Optometry Giving Sight in Mexico to help eliminate avoidable blindness and to improve access to sustainable eye care in Mexico. » More |
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7th Annual Evidence Based Care In Optometry Conference
Sunday March 9, 2014 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
7 Hours COPE TPA Approved
Maritime Institue Conference Center
Linthicum Heights, MD 21090
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