Diabetes Medication May Promote Eye Health
The diabetes medication rosiglitazone has been associated with areduction in the likelihood of developing the eye disease calledproliferative diabetic retinopathy. A study published in the June issueof Archives of Ophthalmology also found thatdiabetes patients using the drug were less likely to have reductions invisual acuity (or sharpness).
Strategic Diagnostics Inc. To Produce Library Of Antibodies For The Study Of Usher Syndrome
Strategic Diagnostics Inc. (Nasdaq: SDIX) - a leading provider of biotechnology-based detection solutions for a broad range of life science, food, water, agricultural and environmental applications - announced that it will be expanding its relationship with the University of Oregon, Eugene and the Louisiana State University Health Science Center, New Orleans (LSUHSC) by beginning to supply antibodies for the study of Usher Syndrome.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Linked To Prevention Of Macular Degeneration
Researchers have more good news for those who enjoy eating fish. Ameta-analysis published in the June issue of Archives ofOphthalmology found that consumption of foods high in omega-3fatty acids, such as fish and flax, is linked to a reductionin the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) - a common eyedisease.
New AllAboutVision.com Content Provides Great Tips For Summer Eye Safety
From sun-related eye damage to sports-related eye injuries to sometimes blinding accidents caused by Fourth of July fireworks, summer can be hazardous to eye health. But to enjoy summer activities safely, you need only observe a few common-sense precautions, such as wearing appropriate safety eyewear to help protect your and your family's precious eyesight.
Doctors Of Optometry Urge Contact Lens Wearers To Be Vigilant With Lens Hygiene And Compliance In Flood Areas
As flooding continues to expand across much of the Midwest, the American Optometric Association (AOA) reminds contact lens wearers to closely follow hygiene and compliance instructions issued by their eye doctor. Higher temperatures combined with standing water can mean an increase in the number of cases of eye infections.
Protect Your Eyes And Attend Professional Fireworks Displays
This year for the 4th of July celebrations, the American Optometric Association (AOA) suggests that families and friends stay away from private firework use and instead enjoy professional displays to protect and preserve eyesight. Each year over the holiday, thousands of adults and children are seriously injured as a result of fireworks and pyrotechnic devices.
Allergan Receives U.S. Food And Drug Administration Approval For TRIVARIS trade; triamcinolone Acetonide Injectable Suspension 80 Mg mL
Allergan, Inc. (NYSE: AGN) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved TRIVARIS™ (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) 80 mg/mL, a synthetic glucocorticoid corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory action. Delivered via intravitreal injection, the ophthalmic indications for TRIVARIS™
First Insight R And DrFirst R Launch A True End-to-End E-Prescribing Solution For The Ophthalmic Industry
First Insight Corporation, a leading practice management and electronic medical records (EMR) software company, and DrFirst, the leader in electronic prescribing and medication reconciliation, announced that First Insight is the first practice management and EMR software company focused exclusive.
Acucela Doses First Subject In Phase I Trial For Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Acucela Inc., a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing therapies for blinding eye diseases, announced today that it has dosed the first subject in a Phase I trial for its lead compound ACU-02. The single-site trial is enrolling healthy normal volunteers in a double-masked, placebo-controlled, single ascending-dose study to evaluate the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of ACU-02.
Glaucoma Report Points To Increased Costs
A new Centre for Eye Research Australia/ Access Economics report shows the cost of glaucoma will more than double in the next two decades.'Tunnel Vision: the Economic Impact of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma', shows associated healthcare costs totaled $1.