By Staff
Friday, October 4, 2024 12:24 AM
OTTAWA, Ontario—The
Canadian Association of Optometrists (CAO) has announced the release of a new national campaign to raise awareness about myopia, and to enlighten parents and caregivers about the crucial significance of annual eye exams for children. Several provincial associations of optometrists and sponsors from the industry, including
Alcon,
CooperVison and
SunPharma Canada, have joined and supported the campaign, according to the announcement. As a visual condition currently affecting 30 percent of the population, myopia has evolved into a global public health crisis, according to the CAO.
By Staff
Wednesday, October 2, 2024 12:15 AM
FARMERS BRANCH, Texas—October marks Eye Injury Prevention Month, and
Eyemart Express is partnering with its network of optometrists to highlight the proactive steps that people can take to prevent injuries and preserve their vision.
By Staff
Friday, September 27, 2024 8:30 AM
LAS VEGAS, Nev.—Vision Expo West 2024, a four-day conference and exhibition held here at The Venetian Expo for eyewear and eyecare professionals, wrapped up its event on September 21, after drawing what organizers
The Vision Council and
RX estimate to be more than 10,000 industry professionals from 98 countries. Opening this year on September 18, Vision Expo West 2024 showcased the latest innovations across 103,000 square feet of exhibit space, and immersed attendees in cutting-edge advancements in lens technology, diagnostic tools and practice management solutions throughout the Show.
By Staff
Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:24 AM
NORWALK, Conn.—Vision Expo West 2024, a premier conference and exhibition held at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas for eyewear and eyecare professionals, wrapped up its event on September 21 after drawing more than 10,000 industry professionals from 98 countries, show organizers
The Vision Council and
RX stated. Opening this year on September 18, Vision Expo West 2024 showcased the latest innovations across 103,000 square feet of exhibit space, and immersed attendees in cutting-edge advancements in lens technology, diagnostic tools and practice management solutions throughout the four-day show.
By Staff
Saturday, September 21, 2024 12:24 AM
LAS VEGAS—As
Vision Expo West 2024 wraps up today, the organizers of Vision Expo,
The Vision Council and
RX, would like to thank all supporters, attendees and exhibitors for their enthusiasm, hard work and commitment that has made the Show so successful. Today, students and young professionals are encouraged to check out the Career Resource Center from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Located at the Innovation Stage, the Career Resource Center is a dynamic hub dedicated to connecting students, recent graduates and other professionals with leading companies in the eyecare industry that are actively recruiting.
By Staff
Friday, September 20, 2024 12:24 AM
LAS VEGAS—
Vision Expo West 2024 continues today with an impressive line-up of special events and education, both on and off the Show Floor. On the Innovation Stage, the day's schedule starts with The Vision Council All Member Meeting at 8:00 a.m. This is followed by a session on AI in optometry, "How Can AI Compliment Your Practice vs. Being a Threat," from 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. Then, at 11:00 a.m., Johnson & Johnson presents a discussion on Cultural Competency in Eyecare.
By Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024 12:18 AM
LAS VEGAS—
Vision Expo West 2024 has just begun at The Venetian Convention & Expo Center in Las Vegas. We extend a warm welcome to all attendees on behalf of the show organizers,
The Vision Council and
RX. This year's event boasts over 350 exhibiting companies on the lively show floor, premieres the brand new Visionaries Unveiled series, introduces the “Flaunt the Frame” eyewear fashion show series on the Innovation Stage Thursday and Friday hosted by
Eyecare Business, offers enhanced education opportunities, streamlines the attendee experience, and presents an exciting lineup of engaging sessions and energetic events centered around buzzworthy industry topics.
By Staff
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 12:15 AM
NEWARK, N.J.—
Jobson Optical Research has released its
ECP Income Study, offering insights on what ECPs are earning across the country. This extensive study shares the average income for optometrists, opticians/dispensers and optical office managers in the U.S. A full comparison of males vs. females is broken out across all demographics. Jobson Optical Research polled its internal database of ECPs for the study.
By Staff
Friday, August 23, 2024 12:21 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—
The Vision Council has released a new Provider inSights report, its semi-annual research study exploring eyecare provider sentiments related to daily operations of their practices, the eyecare industry and the American economy. Compared to previous years, report found that ECPs are experiencing “substantial decreases across all areas of their practices’ performance.
By Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024 12:21 AM
NORWALK, Conn.—
Vision Expo West, a premier trade-only conference and exhibition for eyecare and eyewear professionals, presented by co-owners
RX and
The Vision Council, will take place from September 18-21, 2024, at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, according to an announcement from show organizers. This leading event for eyecare professionals, ophthalmic experts and industry innovators will feature product sourcing, trends, innovations, events, networking opportunities, show floor demonstrations, activations and an acclaimed education program designed to enlighten, inspire and elevate the industry, the announcement said.
By Staff
Monday, August 19, 2024 12:27 AM
GOLDEN, Colo.—
Optometry Giving Sight (OGS) has issued its 2024
World Sight Day Challenge in support of its mission to eradicate uncorrected refractive error through the growth and expansion of optometry around the world. The Challenge is the organization’s largest annual fundraiser. This year’s theme is Giving Together, Seeing Forever, which OGS said celebrates the collective power of the optometry community to give the gift of sight to millions of people in need. The Challenge runs from now through the end of October, with World Sight Day scheduled to be celebrated on October 10.
By Staff
Thursday, August 8, 2024 12:15 AM
ARLINGTON, Va.—The
American Diabetes Association (ADA) and
Genentech, a member of the Roche Group, have announced a program to increase equitable access to eye health care in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
By Mary Kane
Friday, August 2, 2024 8:30 AM
NEWARK, N.J.—The 22nd edition of
Vision Monday’s Most Influential Women in Optical feature brings a class of leaders, changemakers and trailblazers who are as impressive and exciting as it gets. This past week,
Vision Monday announced its
2024 roster of 40 women of accomplishment who were selected by
VM’s editors from several hundred submissions. For this year’s Annual Report,
VM considered women who are making a difference in the following five categories: Executive Suite, Rising Stars, Mentors, Innovators and Above & Beyond.
By Staff
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 12:24 AM
NORWALK, Conn.—Show organizers
The Vision Council and
RX Global have unveiled the eyecare education program for the upcoming Vision Expo West conference and trade show, according to an announcement. The accredited education program will give attendees the opportunity to gain new insights and knowledge on a diverse assortment of topics, ranging from disease management and practice growth to lens innovations, the latest eyewear trends and more, show organizers said. Kicking off on Wednesday, September 18, the day before the exhibit hall opens at The Venetian Expo in Las Vegas, Vision Expo’s VisionEd will feature the return of OptiCon @ Vision Expo.
By Staff
Tuesday, July 30, 2024 12:24 AM
NEWARK, N.J.—The 22nd edition of
Vision Monday’s Most Influential Women in Optical feature brings a class of leaders, changemakers and trailblazers who are as impressive and exciting as it gets. Today,
Vision Monday is announcing its 2024 roster of 40 women of accomplishment who were selected by
VM’s editors from several hundred submissions. For this year’s Annual Report,
VM considered women who are making a difference in the following five categories: Executive Suite, Rising Stars, Mentors, Innovators and Above & Beyond.