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RNIB makes sound decision to create memorable new sonic logo
Leading sight loss charity RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) turned to blind and partially sighted people to help create a new sonic identity for the charity.The ‘theatre of the mind’: Charles Bonnet Syndrome and Esme’s Umbrella
The founder of Esme’s Umbrella shares her experience with the poorly understood condition Charles Bonnet Syndrome and the creation of the campaign. Many years ago, when I was a young actress, I was in an American play called ‘Butterflies are...My top five: Innovative approaches to dry AMD
2 February 2024
| Nikhil Sharma
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EYE - Vitreo-Retinal
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in the developing world with its prevalence rising alongside age. In societies characterised by ageing populations, it is imperative we explore more effective treatment to alleviate the...
My Top Five: Innovative approaches to dry AMD
2 February 2024
| Nikhil Sharma
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EYE - General
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in the developing world with its prevalence rising alongside age. In societies characterised by ageing populations, it is imperative we explore more effective treatment to alleviate the...
Joined-up working across Worcestershire eyecare system provides best service for patients
The sight-saving work of an independent eye clinic has been praised for the high quality of service it provides for patients.Better outcomes from early repair of Type B blow-out fractures
This paper examines whether early, rather than late, surgical repair results in better motility outcomes for a particular subgroup of orbital floor blowout fractures. The authors divide floor fractures into Types A and B, depending on whether or not the...8th Heidelberg Engineering Academy Research Masterclass
23 May 2023
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LambdaVision aims to refine process for in-space manufacturing of artificial retinas through ISS National Lab-sponsored investigation
1 February 2024
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ISS, retinal, artificial, LambdaVision, industry, innovation, retinitis pigmentosa, RP
Approximately 1.5 million people worldwide are affected by retinitis pigmentosa, a rare genetic disorder that causes vision loss. Currently there is no cure, but researchers from LambdaVision are turning to the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory to look for...
From dry eyes to glaucoma: How the menopause impacts your eyes and what to do about it, according to an optician
Menopause, much like entering puberty, comes with hormonal disruptions that change a woman's body and behaviour. Some of the first visible side effects are hot flushes, weight gain, and acne, accompanied by behavioural symptoms like mood swings, insomnia, and brain...CHEC launches vitreoretinal surgery service
CHEC, a community healthcare provider delivering specialist ophthalmology services in partnership with the NHS has announced it is now offering innovative vitreoretinal surgery service from some of its hospitals. The specialised field of ophthalmology focuses on treating a range of...Does beauty truly lie in the eye of the beholder?
1 June 2019
| Simerdip Kaur
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EYE - General
Simerdip Kaur takes a look at the latest ophthalmology-related news stories and asks which are based on facts and which are ‘fake news’. Headline: Does beauty truly lie in the eye of the beholder? Scleral whitening, iris colour-changing drops and...
Professor Tariq Aslam leaves role of co-editor at Eye News
26 May 2022
| Chris Henson
Professor Tariq Aslam, co-editor of Eye News for nearly a decade, will be stepping down from his role.