Buy-in Matters: 4 Ways To Help Your Patients Better Understand DED
As an optometrist, you bridge the gap between dry eye disease (DED) symptoms and solutions. There's currently great variability in clinical approaches to DED...
Latest Eye Health Misinformation on Social Media: What ODs Should Know
Social media has revolutionized how people share and consume information, including health advice. Some trends spark positive awareness about eye care, but others pose...
What Are Top Patient Concerns Regarding Eye Health Right Now?
As ECPs, it's easy to lose track of how much the average person knows — or doesn't know — about eye health and eye...
AOA’s “The Eye” Campaign Ushers in a New Era of Eye...
We recently addressed ways to adapt your optometry practice for the future, highlighting the unmet need for eye health education in consideration of screen...
Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Race Compound Lapses in Diabetic Retinopathy Care
Disparities in diabetic retinopathy (DR) care are a serious public health concern. A new study reveals a troubling interaction between race, ethnicity, and neighborhood...
New Study Links Vaping to Dry Eye and Calls for Labeling...
Vaping's impact on eye health is a growing concern, and a new literature review suggests a strong link between chronic e-cigarette use and dry...
Beyond the Screen: A Holistic Approach to Digital Eye Strain
According to the Vision Council, at least 60% of American men and 65 % of American women reported symptoms of digital eye strain. An...
See What They’re Missing: The Power of Nutrition for Eye Health
We all know the importance of a balanced diet for overall health, but did you know it can significantly impact your patients’ vision as...
Good News for Older Patients with AMD and Glaucoma: Balance May...
A recent study offers encouraging news for older adults with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and glaucoma. The research suggests that these conditions may not...
