NovaBay Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing topical non-antibiotic antimicrobial products, today announced that it is introducing a new eye care product, i-Lid Cleanser.
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Glaucoma drug may help reverse obesity-related vision loss in women
An inexpensive glaucoma drug, when added to a weight loss plan, can improve vision for women with a disorder called idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.
U.Va. researchers named recipients of 2013 Hartwell Individual Biomedical Research Awards
University of Virginia neurologist Dr. Erin Pennock Foff, biologist Sarah Kucenas and biomedical engineer Shayn Peirce-Cotter have been named recipients of 2013 Hartwell Individual Biomedical Research Awards to benefit children of the United States. Ea…
Community efforts boost people for HIV testing and reduce new infections
Communities in Africa and Thailand that worked together on HIV-prevention efforts saw not only a rise in HIV screening but a drop in new infections, according to a new study in the peer-reviewed journal The Lancet Global Health.
Analysis of Medicare pay shows variations in drugs used and earnings by specialists
The Washington Post examines how drugs administered by doctors is different in various regions of the country. Other outlets look at other issues, including how eye doctors are among the highest paid specialty.
First Edition: April 10, 2014
Today’s headlines include a range of stories taking additional looks at the Medicare physician payment data released yesterday by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Experts and entrepreneurs to gather at 2014 Biotech China on 14-16 May
With just one month until 2014 Biotech China, experts, entrepreneurs and decision-makers from the international biotechnology industry will gather at the heart of the Chinese biotechnology industry on May 14-16th, 09:00 AM-06:00 PM in Nanjing China.
Report describes cardiopulmonary arrest in infant following cyclopentolate eyedrops
Eyedrops administered to infants as part of routine outpatient retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) screening can have life-threatening consequences. A case report published in the current issue of the Journal of the American Association for Pediatric Opht…
Richard L. Abbott receives 2014 International Duke Elder Medal at World Ophthalmology Conference
Richard L. Abbott, M.D., secretary for Global Alliances for the American Academy of Ophthalmology – the world’s largest association of eye physicians and surgeons – today received the 2014 International Duke Elder Medal at the opening ceremony of the World Ophthalmology Conference in Tokyo.
Leica Microsystems and TrueVision 3D Surgical expand relationship into the ophthalmology arena
TrueVision 3D Surgical, a world leader in neuro and ophthalmic 3D surgical visualization, and Leica Microsystems, a world leader in microscopes and scientific instruments, announced an expansion of their existing partnership into the ophthalmology arena.
Actavis announces acquisition of Silom Medical for $100 million
Actavis plc, a leading global specialty pharmaceutical company today announced that it has acquired Silom Medical Company, a privately held generic pharmaceutical company focused on developing and marketing therapies in Thailand, for approximately $100…
New report reveals potential breakthrough in pterygium treatment
A new report reveals a potential breakthrough in the treatment of a common eye ailment known as pterygium (Surfer’s eye) that impacts the vision, eye health, and cosmetic appearance of countless sufferers.
BioLight seeks FDA IND approval for subconjunctival Latanoprost controlled release insert Phase I/IIa study
BioLight Israeli Life Sciences Investments Ltd., a firm that invests in, manages and commercializes biomedical innovations grouped into clusters around defined medical conditions, announces that ViSci, its wholly owned subsidiary, has filed an Investig…
Research report on global ophthalmology devices market
The “Ophthalmology Devices Market (Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Scanner, Fundus Camera, Tonometer, Pachymeter, Perimeter, Slit Lamp, Excimer, YAG Laser, Femtosecond Laser, IOL, Contact Lens) – Competitive Landscape & Global Forecasts to 2018”, published by MarketsandMarkets, the ophthalmology devices market inclusive of diagnostic, monitoring and surgical devices is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.8% to reach $9,466.7 Million by 2018.
Research may lead the way toward new treatments for proliferative retinopathies
A new report published online in The FASEB Journal may lead the way toward new treatments or a cure for a common cause of blindness (proliferative retinopathies). Specifically, scientists have discovered that the body’s innate immune system does more t…
Tips to avoid eye irritation and longer-term damage to eyes during allergy season
With the advent of spring comes wind and allergy season, which can prove to be challenging for individuals who rely on contact lenses for clearer vision. According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, approximately 1 out of 5 individuals in…
SIFI, NovaMedica agree to market eight products for treatment of ophthalmic pathologies in Russia
Leading Italian developer of innovative eye care solutions S.I.F.I. S.p.A. and Russian pharmaceutical company NovaMedica have entered into an exclusive commercial agreement for NovaMedica to market eight products developed and licensed by SIFI for the …
Researchers discover novel population of neutrophils that exhibit enhanced microbial killing activity
Case Western Reserve University researchers have discovered a novel population of neutrophils, which are the body’s infection control workhorses. These cells have an enhanced microbial killing ability and are thereby better able to control infection.
AMRI signs definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of Cedarburg Pharmaceuticals
AMRI today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all the outstanding shares of Cedarburg Pharmaceuticals, Inc. for $38.2 million in cash.
Occasional drinking and physically activity linked with reduced risk of developing visual impairment
A physically active lifestyle and occasional drinking are associated with a reduced risk of developing visual impairment, according to a study published online this month in Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.