By Staff
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 12:27 AM
ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Vision Expo East 2024 concluded on Sunday, March 17, following three days of new product discovery, innovative discussions, accredited education sessions, networking events and business meetings. Celebrating nearly 40 years at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City from March 14–17, Vision Expo East convened thousands of eyecare professionals, buyers, students and sellers representing all facets of the optical and vision care industry. Among the highlights were the second annual NOW Awards, standing room-only presentations of breakthrough technologies and trending fashion, in-depth market research revelations, enjoyable musical performances and explosive product launches.
By Staff
Monday, March 18, 2024 4:00 PM
NEW YORK—The Opticians Association of America (OAA), and the National Federation of Opticianry Schools (NFOS), have completed a merger, with continuing funding provided by the American Board of Opticianry & National Contact Lens Examiners (ABO & NCLE) that has created a model opticianry association representing over 80,000 opticians and contact lens professionals throughout North America, according to a statement from the three organizations. OAA has proudly been committed to promoting a professional stature of opticianry through leadership education and communication since 1925, and NFOS has been dedicated to facilitating the development of formal educational programs, upgrading the standards of opticianry education, and working for uniformity of opticianry education since 1999.
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By Staff
Monday, March 18, 2024 3:48 PM
The internet has long provided answers—of varying accuracy—to patients’ many health-related queries, and now artificial intelligence models like ChatGPT are in the mix too. How good is this information, though? New research published in
Ophthalmology Science suggests it has potential.1 Researchers assessed the quality, safety and empathy of responses to common questions from retina patients by human experts, by AI and by AI responses edited by human experts. They concluded that clinical settings might make good use of AI responses.
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By Staff
Monday, March 18, 2024 1:39 PM
The
vernal equinox has arrived here in the Northern Hemisphere, officially ushering in the start of Spring. Head over to
Time for a quick refresh on what to know.
By Staff
Sunday, March 17, 2024 12:33 AM
NEW YORK—As
Vision Expo East 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 this year, and for the last few decades. We thank the Javits Center and the city of New York for its unwavering support and hospitality, empowering us to host and execute one of the world’s best events for the eyecare and eyewear industry.
By Staff
Saturday, March 16, 2024 2:30 PM
On April 8, millions of people will have their eyes on the sky for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a rare total solar eclipse that will be visible throughout North America as it passes across Mexico, the U.S. and Canada. The April eclipse will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous U.S. until 2044. Experts estimate that the solar eclipse will cover a lot of ground and has the potential to be viewed by millions of people. For several months, optical safety experts have been sounding the alarm about the upcoming eclipse, warning eyecare providers and their patients to take steps to avoid significant eye damage.
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By Staff
Saturday, March 16, 2024 2:21 PM
If I told you to think of a champion, you would likely think of your favorite athlete winning it all. What about someone who fights for a cause on behalf of someone else? Is that person a champion? Whether in sports, academics or activism, a champion is characterized by their dedication, resilience and ability to inspire and lead others toward positive change. That is why our myopia management champion is not just one individual—it is a collection of our culture, communication, and shared journey.
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By Staff
Saturday, March 16, 2024 9:54 AM
Vision Expo wraps up today, so what better way to reward yourself for a weekend well-spent than to curl up on the couch and watch some
Oscar winners? Head over to
The New York Times for a guide on how to watch this year's winners at home.
By Staff
Saturday, March 16, 2024 12:33 AM
NEW YORK—Welcome back to
Vision Expo East 2024, where the excitement continues as we delve deeper into a world of innovation, education and camaraderie. Today, Saturday, March 16, promises to be another extraordinary day packed with special events and enriching educational opportunities, both on and off the Show floor. As we kick off Day 2, explore today’s robust lineup of events and activities. On the Show Floor, the Bridge programming begins at 9:45 a.m. with RestoringVision's session “Doing Good is Good for Business.” Following this, at 10:15 a.m., the National Optometric Association will delve into the crucial topic of Physician Burn Out.
By Staff
Saturday, March 16, 2024 12:30 AM
NEW YORK—
Vision Expo East 2024 announced the winners of the inaugural NOW Awards on Friday afternoon, March 15, at the Javits Center in New York City. The awards honored brands that embodied the latest trends and innovation in eyewear. All Vision Expo East eyewear exhibitors were encouraged to participate in NOW by Vision Expo by submitting one product per brand and/or collection that they believed best encapsulated the 2024 themes. The NOW by Vision Expo trends showcase returned to Vision Expo East for its third year.
By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 4:54 PM
NEW YORK—As the curtains rise on Vision Expo East 2024, the excitement is palpable, and the anticipation is electric. This year's event, co-hosted by The Vision Council and RX, promises to be a celebration of nearly four decades of eyewear and eyecare excellence in the heart of New York City. From March 14 to 17, the iconic Javits Center transforms into a bustling hub of industry activity, spanning an expansive 150,000 square feet of exhibit space.
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By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 4:42 PM
Infectious keratitis is the leading cause of unilateral blindness worldwide, and fungal keratitis presents as a challenge in terms of treatment, often necessitating a therapeutic corneal transplant (TPKP) when conventional medical treatment falls short. “The Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (BPEI) regularly handles cases from across south Florida and the Caribbean, constituting approximately 28 percent of our annual microbiology isolates,” Salomon Merikansky, MD, part of BPEI, explains. “Fusarium species top the list as the most prevalent causative filamentous fungi, followed by other species like Aspergillus and Curvularia. Among yeast, Candida species is the most prevalent,” he adds.
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By Staff
Friday, March 15, 2024 12:40 PM
In Las Vegas, travelers with TSA PreCheck can test out a brand new
self-service security set-up. Head over to
The New York Times for more on this big change, and what it could mean for airport security across the country.
By Sarah McGoldrick, Contributing Editor
Friday, March 15, 2024 8:30 AM
On April 8, millions of people will have their eyes on the sky for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience a rare total solar eclipse that will be visible throughout North America as it passes across Mexico, the U.S. and Canada. The April eclipse will be the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous U.S. until 2044. Experts estimate that the solar eclipse will cover a lot of ground and has the potential to be viewed by millions of people. For several months, optical safety experts have been sounding the alarm about the upcoming eclipse, warning eyecare providers and their patients to take steps to avoid significant eye damage.