When it comes to working and playing in the great outdoors, many Americans know they should keep their skin protected from the sun; however, a new survey from Anthem Blue Cross’ parent company and Transitions Optical, Inc. indicates that the majority o…
Monthly Anti-VEGF Dosing Associated With Lowest Risk Of Macular Hemorrhage
Patients with neovascular age-related macular degeneration being treated with monthly dosing of intravitreal anti-VEGF therapy have the lowest rate of macular hemorrhage compared with patients treated with sham or alternative therapy and have lower rat…
Sequenom Announces Formation Of Ophthalmology Clinical Advisory Board
Sequenom, Inc. (Nasdaq: SQNM) today announced the formation of a new clinical advisory board focusing on retinal diseases and conditions. The initial three distinguished thought-leaders will provide guidance to Sequenom and Sequenom Center for Molecula…
"Poppers" May Cause Serious Eye Damage: Study
Getting high by inhaling the vapors of alkyl nitrite capsules, commonly known as “poppers,” can seriously damage the light-sensing cells lining the retina of the eye, French doctors reported on Wednesday.
MMC Effective For Ocular Surface Neoplasia, With Short- and Long-Term Complications
Topical mitomycin C chemotherapy yielded qualified success in managing ocular surface neoplasia, a study found.
Beaver-Visitec International To Focus On Ophthalmic And Microsurgery Products And Services
Beaver-Visitec International (Beaver-Visitec), a new company formed from the purchase of the ophthalmic systems businesses from BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) and Medtronic, announced today that it will focus solely on products and services for oph…