The story of the woman in the US who had a clump of 27 contact lenses removed from under her eyelid made the world’s eyes water when it went viral recently.
Download media_release_contact_lenses_-_nothing_to_be_squeamish_about.pdfBuying prescription glasses online can put your vision at risk
According to Optometry Australia, those who buy prescription glasses online instead of from an optometrist are more likely to regret their purchase. They could also be putting their eye health at risk.
Download media_release_-_buying_glasses_online_-_final.pdfNew trial finds honey to be a superior treatment for dry eyes
In a ground-breaking new trial, this powerful natural product has been proven to outperform standard treatments in relieving the symptoms of dry eyes.
Download media_release_-_honey_eye_drops.pdfThreat of vision loss a motivator to quit smoking
Vision is consistently rated as our most important sense, and smoking is the biggest controllable factor associated with age-related macular degeneration – an irreversible eye disease that can lead to blindness.
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During Men’s Health Week, June 12 to 18 2017, men’s health advocates are encouraging men and their families to have meaningful conversations about the factors that keep them healthy in body and mind.
Download media_release_-_men_neglecting_eye_health_at_the_expense_of_their_wellbeing.pdfLyn Brodie appointed CEO of Optometry Australia
Experienced executive, Ms Lyn Brodie, has been appointed CEO of Australia’s peak professional body for optometrists, Optometry Australia. Optometry Australia’s President Andrew Hogan said that the Board was delighted that Ms Brodie was joining the organisation.
Download optometry_australia_appoints_ceo_final.pdfSeize the day like Judi Dench: Get your eyes tested for macular degeneration
Optometry Australia is urging everyone over 50 to book a potentially sight-saving eye test with their optometrist. Dame Judi Dench, a class-act on and off the screen, has also encouraged over-50s to get tested.
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No matter what you’re packing in your makeup kit, bloodshot and puffy eyes are never beautiful. Eyes are particularly vulnerable to infection and some beauty procedures even put your vision at risk.
Download media_release_-_beauty_secrets.pdfBudget outcome falls short for optometry
Optometry Australia tonight said that the Australian Government missed a crucial opportunity to demonstrate its commitment to the eye health needs of millions of Australians with the decision not to lift immediately the freeze on indexation of optometry Medicare rebates.
Download budget_outcome_falls_short_for_optometry.pdfVision problems to blame for poor performance in NAPLAN tests?
A poor performance in this week’s NAPLAN tests – particularly in grammar and spelling – could have more to do with a student’s undetected vision problem than any fault of their school or ability.
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