Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL) announced today that its board of directors approved a merger agreement with Novartis AG, whereby Novartis will pay a total merger consideration valued at $168 per share for the Alcon shares it does not currently own. Under the …
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Alcon And Novartis Agree To Merger Terms
Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL) announced today that its board of directors approved a merger agreement with Novartis AG, whereby Novartis will pay a total merger consideration valued at $168 per share for the Alcon shares it does not currently own. Under the …
Alcon And Novartis Agree To Merger Terms
Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL) announced today that its board of directors approved a merger agreement with Novartis AG, whereby Novartis will pay a total merger consideration valued at $168 per share for the Alcon shares it does not currently own. Under the …
Alcon And Novartis Agree To Merger Terms
Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL) announced today that its board of directors approved a merger agreement with Novartis AG, whereby Novartis will pay a total merger consideration valued at $168 per share for the Alcon shares it does not currently own. Under the …
Antibiotic Resistance Observed In Some Patients Undergoing Intravitreal Injections
Patients who underwent intravitreal injections for choroidal neovascularization showed resistance to third- and fourth-generation fluoroquinolones, especially those infected with coagulase-negative staphylococcus, a study said.
Many Elderly Have Preventable Eye Problems
A large fraction of elderly people have age-related degenerative changes in their eyes that could be preventable, a new study finds. Reuters Health Information
Why Do Patients "Disrespect" Doctors?
When physicians make patients feel like it’s “business first, patient care second,” they may lose their patients’ respect, says Dr. Gerald Chodak. Medscape Urology
EHRs Create Startling New Moral Quandaries
As more physicians use EHRs, more ethical issues arise, including patient privacy issues. Also, is it unethical not to use computer technology? Medscape Medical Ethics
One In Five Eyeglass Wearers Drives Without Prescription Glasses, Survey Reports
More than 90 percent of decisions and reactions made behind the wheel depend on good vision. While many believe a bright, sunny day is optimal for driving, the reality is that blinding glare from sun, snow and vehicles is a significant contributing fac…
Restricted versus liberal oxygen exposure for preventing morbidity and mortality in preterm or low birth weight infants
While the use of supplemental oxygen has a long history in neonatal care, resulting in both significant health care benefits and harms, uncertainty remains as to the most appropriate range to target blood oxygen levels in preterm and low birth weight i…
VSP Vision Care Ranked Top In Industry By TopTenREVIEWS
VSP® Vision Care has been named a Gold Award Winner as the Top Rated Vision Care Company by TopTenREVIEWS.com. VSP received an “Excellent” rating overall and was ranked highest in the categories “Products & Services” and “Help & Support.”
Alcon and Novartis Agree to Merger Terms
HUENENBERG, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Alcon, Inc. (NYSE: ACL) announced today that its board of directors approved a merger agreement with Novartis AG, whereby Novartis will pay a total merger consideration valued at $168 per share for the Alcon shares it does not…
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eyes In Old Age
People who lead overall healthy lives — getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking — are significantly more likely to keep their aging eyes healthy, new study findings report.
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eyes In Old Age
People who lead overall healthy lives — getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking — are significantly more likely to keep their aging eyes healthy, new study findings report.
Video Interview: Intravitreal Injections – Seeking a Standard of Safety
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Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eyes In Old Age
People who lead overall healthy lives — getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking — are significantly more likely to keep their aging eyes healthy, new study findings report.
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eyes In Old Age
People who lead overall healthy lives — getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking — are significantly more likely to keep their aging eyes healthy, new study findings report.
Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Eyes In Old Age
People who lead overall healthy lives — getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking — are significantly more likely to keep their aging eyes healthy, new study findings report.
Acupuncture May Be Effective for Amblyopia in Some Older Children
A randomized controlled trial suggests that acupuncture could potentially become an alternative to patching for treating amblyopia in some older children. Medscape Medical News
Healthy Habits Slash AMD Risk (CME/CE)
(MedPage Today) — Women who exercise, eat right, and don’t smoke could cut their risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by more than two-thirds, a large observational study suggested.