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ACO Webinar 2 2020: Probiotics The Future of Eyecare (T)

Date: 17/03/2020

Venue: ACO, 374 Cardigan Street Carlton, VIC, 3053

Provider: Australian College of Optometry

Contact: Michelle Waugh, [E] cpd@aco.org.au, [P] 03 9349 7477

Learning Objectives

  • 1. Describe how probiotics and prebiotics work with the innate and adaptive immune systems to reduce inflammation
  • 2. Demonstrate an understanding of how gut and ocular microbiomes can influence ocular surface immunity and disease
  • 3. Explain how antibiotics, prebiotics, and probiotics can affect ocular immunity and influence ocular health.

Max points awarded: 3.00

Session Information

Name
Probiotics : The Future of Eyecare
Activity Type
Face to Face with Assessment
Therapeutic?
Yes
Manufacturer/Supplier?
No
Points for attending & Passing Assessment
3.00

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.