Patching corneal abrasions does not significantly improve healing time, pain, analgesic use, symptoms, complication rates, or effects on activities of daily living, according to a Cochrane Systematic Review published online July 26.
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Our latest infographic is on circulation of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). Be sure to check out our other fact posts!
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The presence of hard drusen found in patients with macular degeneration is located between which two layers of the retina? Take our latest quiz.
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As you are likely aware, the NBEO is changing the format of the Part 1 Applied Basic Science (ABS) examination. The final paper-and-pencil (PNP) version will be administered in August 2016, then to be replaced by the computer-based test (CBT) format beginning in March 2017. In addition to transitioning to a computer-based format, there are a few more differences that you should be aware of.
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Optometrists and optometry students are receiving unsolicited Chase Amazon credit cards in the mail. In addition, optometrists and students have been notified of fraud alerts by credit monitoring services. At this time, the source of the breach is unknown. Were you part of the optometry student/optometrist fraudulent credit card security breach?
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Here is a great guide to the beginner's guide to Fitting Scleral Contact Lenses written by Aimee Jacobs, O.D.
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Did you know that an HbA1c value of 6% is equivalent to an average blood glucose level of 126 mg/dL? Furthermore, every increase in the HbA1c by 1% is equivalent to an increase of about about 28 mg/dL?
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Here is Chris Hadfield on how eyesight is affected in space.
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Every year the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry (ASCO) publishes an Annual Student Data Report with information regarding enrollees in 21 of the currently operating optometry schools. Here are some of the highlights we thought you might find interesting about your colleagues!
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An estimated 16 million people in the U.S. are diagnosed with dry eye disease. Xiidra is the first prescription eye drop. FDA-approved to treat both the signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. A U.S. launch of Xiidra planned for third quarter 2016.
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