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Dear Members and Friends, As the year draws to a close, we reflect on all that we’ve accomplished together and...
Preamble The Health Professions Council of South Africa...
The past few months of the year have special meaning for Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, which includes World Retina...
As November unfolds, we’re just a month away from the festive December. For the first time, November will see...
The scope of practice for Optometrists in South Africa has been expanded by the HPCSA to include Ocular...
This Short Learning Programme ensures the opportunity for the upskilling of optometrists in order to practice within changed...
The SILMO d’Or awards, the ultimate accolade for the optics and eyewear sector, were presented to the winners from...
At Retina South Africa, we are acutely aware of the alarming rise in myopia among children, a condition that...
Eye Care Awareness Month (ECAM), which takes place from 21 September to 18 October 2024, focuses the world’s...
From 20 to 23 September, inspired by the Olympic values of performance, innovation and talent, SILMO Paris opens its...
CONCLUDING COMMENTS “Our Centennial Celebration Conference was the culmination of three years of intensive planning. The end result, based...
THE TRADE EXHIBITION The world-class trade exhibition, comprising 61 exhibitors, located in the Centre Court of Emperors Palace, was...
THE GALA DINNER Arguably, the highlight of the event, masterfully facilitated by Master of Ceremonies, well-known radio personality, Zain...
ACADEMIC PROGRAMME The academic programme took the form of 5 (five) tracks representing a mix of high-standard lectures, paper...
INTRODUCTION In 1924, a small group of dedicated eye health practitioners came together and founded the South African Optical...
In this Q&A, Miguel Gomes from Modern Optical gives us an insight into a new...
NATIONAL WOMENS MONTH Women’s Month is a time to reflect on the courage of women in past generations and...
Rural Optometry Businesses opened by global NGO – The OneSight Essilor Luxottica Foundation in partnership with the University of...
Mrs Mariza Jurgens was recently elected Deputy Chair of Retina South Africa. She succeeds Anton Van Rooyen who retires...
The core ethos at dotsure.co.za is to uplift people and communities thereby helping to create a better world for...
The global burden of myopia is growing at an alarming rate. To tackle this public health crisis, myopia awareness...
In this Q&A we get to find out about the ground-breaking Low Vision Initiative – the Low Vison Centre...
On Thursday 28 March 2024, past presidents, residing in Gauteng, joined the current SAOA President, CEO ,SAOA Board and...
World Optometry Day, March 23, shines an annual spotlight on the profession of optometry and the contribution of optometrists...
Leoni Joubert (M.Phil (Optom) (RAU); B.Optom; MBCO(UK); CAS (NECO-USA); CAS (BV and Paeds NECO-USA); Cert Dyslexia (UJ)) Have you...
World Glaucoma Week takes place from the 10th to the 16th of March with World Glaucoma Day falling on...
Every year, the SILMO d’Or awards showcase the pinnacle of creativity and innovation that characterize the optical industry. Today,...
This year’s Cutting Edge Seminar was held at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West, Western Cape. The conference...
Eye Care Awareness Month was commemorated this year from 24 September to 18 October, with World Sight Day falling...
“At least 2.2 billion people have vision impairment or blindness, of which over 1 billion cases could have been...
This July marked a very special and significant milestone for us at Optic Nerve as we are fortunate to...
In May, the Grand Opening of the ZEISS Vision Center took place. This Center will provide a...
With so many daily concerns, eye health may fall straight to the bottom of your list. Yet, according to...
SDM, South Africa’s leading exclusive distributor of eyewear, has rebranded on 10 May 2023 to FrontierCo Vision. This...
Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is among the most common ocular disorders worldwide and is a leading cause of...
DIS-CHEM RIDE FOR SIGHT 2023 The 34th Dis-Chem Ride for Sight, proudly sponsored by Dis-Chem Pharmacies...
On 31 March 1924, the SAOA was born in the boardroom of the Science and Technical Club, in Johannesburg,...
Affecting over 70 million people worldwide, glaucoma robs sufferers of one of the most precious senses – vision. This...
A S Carlson (FBDO) MPhil. University of Johannesburg, Department of Optometry. Much has been written about blue light and...
Leoni Joubert (M.Phil (Optom) (RAU); B.Optom; MBCO(UK); CAS (NECO_USA); CAS (BV and Paeds NECO-USA); SAALED; Cert Dyslexia (UJ)) Have...
Enter Now: The Dis-Chem Ride for Sight, road cycling event, will be held on 19 February 2023. This...
SILMO Paris 2022 was announced as the recovery edition. The figures are now in, and they surpass all...
World Retina Week 19th to 25th September 2022 All it takes is a piece of string Thousands...
LocumBase.com is an online platform built to connect Locums with Practices that need them, in a time when digital...
Good vision is a basic human right, yet uncorrected poor vision still affects 2.7 billion people around the world...
OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation is a leading global non-profit organisation, which believes...
After the successful 2021 reunion, the upcoming edition heralds a return to normalcy and even better the famous and...
Strong evidence shows continued long-term lens effectiveness in slowing myopia progression in children BANGKOK – May 2022 – HOYA...
From the match between Carrera and Ducati comes the Carrera|Ducati Collection where sport and fashion meet passion and speed....
February 20, 2022 The 33rd Dis-Chem Ride for Sight was held in near-perfect weather conditions at Boksburg City Stadium...
WORLD DIABETES DAY – 14 NOVEMBER 2021 Guest Editorial – by Karen Denton The theme for World...
Bart Johnson, Brian Pall, O.D., M.S., F.A.A.O., and Charles W. Scales, Ph.D AN INNOVATIVE NEW CONTACT LENS DESIGNED TO...
The science and psychology behind contact lens handling is providing new insights to enhance new wearer success and encourage...
It was much-awaited, albeit with cautious excitement. But when it finally happened, it surpassed all expectations: SILMO PARIS welcomed...
EDITORIAL by Claudette Medefindt Retina South Africa sadly announces the passing of our ChairmanJames Cape in July...
Preparations are intensifying and the 2021 edition of the international rendezvous for optics and eyewear is looking optimistic: “Finally,...
The entire optics and eyewear industry is looking forward to see you from September 24 to 27, 2021 at...
Known as the world’s leading performance eyewear brand, Oakley is worn by world class athletes across the globe and,...
Chief members of the Research and Development team for Alcon eye care, Erich Bauman, OD and Dr John Pruitt,...
EDITORIAL Written by C Medefindt Retina South Africa welcomes a new staff member. Lindiwe Maredi joined us as a...
Dr Ingrid Metsing, the Head of Department at the University of Johannesburg, gives us some insight into her work...
Patients all over the world will acknowledge the vital role that Optometrists play in eye care on 23 March...
by A S Carlson (FBDO, MPHIL) Department of Optometry, University of Johannesburg Light is non-ionizing electromagnetic radiation produced naturally...
EDITORIAL By C Medefindt 2020 is finally past but unfortunately the Covid-19 Pandemic is still with us. As blind...
Most women love makeup for its magical, feature-enhancing capabilities, and of all the features to be amplified, the eyes...
World Diabetes Day, Sunday 14 November, 2020 SCREEN FOR VISION – SCREEN FOR LIFE The eye is said to...
Commonly-heard advice to parents that there is nothing that can be done to slow down vision deterioration in children...
MIDO 2021 drops its traditional February dates to schedule a June show. A sensible choice, driven by the aim...
SPORT MARCOLIN with “COMPETITION SP0001” – adidas FRAME TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATIONSPORT FROST Eyewear with “JUPiTER” MATERIAL / EQUIPMENT TOPCON with...
WORLD RETINA WEEK 21st to 27th September 2020 With an ever-growing number of South Africans diagnosed with diabetes and...
Children experiencing problems with reading could be experiencing eye troubles. Problems with vision can affect reading, learning and overall...
With the mandate to wear masks in public, everyday life is hazy for people who wear glasses and it...
A S Carlson. Department of Optometry, University of Johannesburg. It appears that the role of the Dispensing Optician is...
During tough economic times such as now, saving money is top of mind for most people. Even spending on...
Dear Silmo partners, Since the beginning of the worldwide health and economic crisis, we made clear commitments and established...
It might seem extravagant to have more than one pair of glasses, but there is logic in having multiple...
The outbreak of COVID-19 has made the home the centre for working, learning and socialising from a distance....
COVID-19 The Scientific and Medical Advisory Board to Retina International has issued a statement on the use of Chloroquine....
Glaucoma is one of the top causes of irreversible blindness in people over the age of 60, but it...
South Africa celebrates Rare Diseases Day by announcing first ever clinical trial. The first ever clinical trial for a...
Difficult but unavoidable, the decision to move the 50th edition of MIDO to 2021 was made by the...
Lifestyle is a factor that should always be considered with every lens prescription. While lenses should tend to the...
Wearable, fashionable, affordable Eyewear, for everyone. Contact your local sales representative to view the brand-new optical collection Reps details...
An estimated 290 0001 South Africans could become blind as a result of untreated cataracts, with government facilities in most...
Dr Wayne Gillan. (DipOptom. MPhil DPhil (RAU) CAS (NECO USA)) It is well established that the increasing incidence and...
Dr Wayne Gillan. (DipOptom. MPhil DPhil (RAU) CAS (NECO USA)) Humanity is undergoing a myopia epidemic! It is estimated...
For the first time in 37 years, delegates from ophthalmological societies in 130 countries will next year gather in...
“I didn’t see him coming”, “the car came out of nowhere”, “the other driver must be blind” – these...
Optometry has three components which need to work cohesively in order for a business to...
Building a reputable brand does not happen in a vacuum. Instead, it’s synergy between a SIMPLE brand message with...
Billy R Hammond, Lisa M Renzi-Hammond, John Buch and Derek Nankivil Introduction Our total visual experience is complex and...
The journey toward environmental and social responsibility has begun Corporate Social Responsibility and sustainability have become almost synonymous. If,...
MIDO introduces the Stand up for green competition, for the most sustainable stand MIDO continues its journey on the...
LEONI JOUBERT (M.Phil (Optom) (RAU); B.Optom (RAU); MBCO(UK); CAS (NECO-USA); CAS (BV and Paeds NECO-USA); SAALED; Cert Dyslexia (UJ))...
DRIVE FOR SIGHT – SUNDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2019 – FRIDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2019. #bhviafricaputtingvisionfirst World Sight Day is celebrated...
SDM Eyewear is proud to announce that Justin Landsberg will now be handling the GUESS portfolio in the Western...
It’s eye care awareness month – get your eyes checked It’s Eye Care Awareness Month and Dynamic Vision is...
The Ophthalmological Society of South Africa (OSSA) through its Right to Sight Trust has set a target to reach...
From a subtle enhancement to a bold change, coloured contact lenses are fun and face-changing. With inferior, purely cosmetic...
With some thousand exhibitors covering the entire optical and eyewear industry, the SILMO is just as recognized and eagerly...
The meeting kicked off with the fascinating and sobering look into the future by Neil Jacobsohn from Futureworld and...
Jul 18, 2019 – As Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated for the 10th year, Optical Alliance, the Student...
The Ophthalmological Society of South Africa (OSSA) through its Right to Sight Trust has contributed more than R40-million worth...
On 29 August 2019, Ster-Kinekor’s Vision Mission celebrated having brought corneal transplants to 19 youths, taking the opportunity to...
Retina South Africa has spent the last year formalizing the transition to one united, strong organization under one constitution....
Arebbusch Lodge Windhoek Namibia 5-7 July 2019 LEONI JOUBERT (M.Phil (Optom) (RAU); B.Optom; MBCO(UK); CAS (NECO_USA); CAS (BV and...
Human vision is so vital that regular visits to an optometrist should be a given, but because people are...
Members of the Government Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) executive committee and Board of Trustees handed out prescription glasses, free,...
A French designer and interior architect of international renown, Christophe PILLET is appreciated for his “clear expression, pursuit of...
By Karen Denton What do you get when ophthalmologists, optometrists, GPs, Nurses, OTs, Orientation and Mobility Instructors, Psychologists, Social...
Pictured above: Nine-year-old Lefa Rapanyane, from Mamelodi, was legally blind before undergoing cornea transplants to both eyes, made possible...
Young adults are spending more time in front of computer and tablet screens, and it is impacting their vision....
WHAT MAKES INVU EYEWEAR SO UNIQUE? The INVU ultra polarized lens is the next generation in polarized lens technology....
Pictured above at the Lenasia South Community Health Centre after their cataract operations are (left) Enid Lebatie and Rachael...
Automobile Association and Essilor announce collaboration to promote road safety through good vision
Identifying uncorrected poor vision as a key road safety challenge, Essilor, the world leader in ophthalmic optics, and the...
Are you experiencing cloudy, yellowed or faded vision? Perhaps you see halos around objects at night or have double...
Although the exact cause of cataracts is unclear, research suggests that free radicals, or oxidation, may be to blame. Free radicals are...
The new Timberland® eyewear collection for 2019 embodies the values of the iconic American lifestyle brand, celebrating its rich...
The Brien Holden Vision Institute, which works to foster universal eye care for children, amongst other vital eye healthcare...
DIS-CHEM RIDE FOR SIGHT 2019 The Dis-Chem Ride for Sight was held on 17th February 2019 at the Boksburg...
First-of-its-kind1 contact lens seamlessly adapts to changing light conditions, amidst global survey findings that 80% of people’s eyes are...
Smoking has long been considered a factor in lung cancer and heart disease but there are implications for the...
Like a blended family, SILMO FAMILY accommodates various organisations with complementary concepts that provide a dynamic counterpoint to the...
The 2019 edition of SILMO PARIS promises to be a dynamic one, with very active sales (92% of objectives...
The new Swarovski Eyewear Collection expands the brand’s brilliant offering of fresh, glamorous, and innovative styles dedicated to modern,...
These days a pair of fashion “sunnies” are easy to find and cheap to buy. From clothing outlets and...
May is Healthy Vision Month — What’s Your Vision of the Future? Yearly physical? Check. Dentist appointment? Check. But what...
What’s Your Vision of the Future? Did you know that most vision problems are preventable? It’s true! Vision loss doesn’t have to be...
Precision healthcare and precision farming are terms that we are all aware of, but precision eye care is often...
The sunglass and eyeglass models from the new GUESS 2019 collection are the ultimate expression for one of the...
The 49th MIDO, the largest eyewear fair in the world, ended in a display of continuity. It matched last...
As the saying goes, “If it isn’t broken, don’t fix it”… SILMO Paris 2019 is currently being prepared behind...
Once again sold-out, MIDO doubles down on its commitment to offer exhibitors and visitors more and more tools to...
The most comprehensive study ever undertaken on the weight of the human eye lens has confirmed there are two...
Today marks the momentous occasion of the pioneer optometrists graduating at Makerere University in Kampala after completing the first...
For its 6th edition, which was held from 13 to 16 December 2018, SILMO ISTANBUL demonstrated how it has...
Retina South Africa in partnership with the Division of Human Genetics at the University of Cape Town has established...
The 49th edition of the leading international eyewear industry event is less than 3 months away. Giovanni Vitaloni: “Our...
The annual Stark-Griffin Dyslexia Training conference took place on the 14th and 15th of September in Three Rivers, Gauteng....
1.2 Million frames and sunglasses donated to athletes over 15 years Safilo Group, a worldwide leader in the design,...
People with diabetes can have an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy. This is when high blood sugar levels cause...
Points to Remember Diabetic eye disease comprises a group of eye conditions that affect people with diabetes. These conditions...
LocumBase.com is a newly launched online platform built to connect locum optometrists with practices who need them, in a...
Leading Ophthalmologist at Pretoria Eye Institute, Dr Jan Niemandt, shares his insights on diabetic eye care. As we enter...
The jury has awarded the SILMO d’Or prizes… FRAME TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION L’AMY with « McLaren Ultimate Vision » /...
Professor Brian Layland, OAM OLM Fellow UNSW (HON. Causa) has resigned as Chair and Director of the Brien Holden...
Amblyopia is defined as the loss of visual function in an otherwise healthy eye. It has been clinically defined...
The 52nd edition of the International Optical Fair demonstrated its appeal on this rather dynamic global market with a satisfying...
A shortcoming of current contact lenses designed to slow the progression of myopia is that they can result in...
The hearX Group is midway through a project to provide community-based hearing and vision screening to the large community...
McCord Provincial Eye Hospital continues with the fight against blindness through a series of events around this year’s World...
The importance of maintaining good eye health “Our eyes are like precious jewels and our eyesight is one of...
Focus on eye care this Eye Care Awareness Month It’s SA National Eye Care Awareness Month from 23 September...
Optical Alliance in conjunction with the University of Johannesburg, Optometry Department, hosted a Charity Golf Day at the Observatory...
On the 11-13 of June 2018, Hazel Sacharowitz, Karen Denton and I hosted our first Low Vision conference...
World Retina Week- 24 to 30 September is the start of Eye Care Awareness month in South Africa....
The annual Cutting Edge Seminar hosted by The Graduate Institute of Optometry, was held in both Stellenbosch and...
Fancy yourself an eye doctor? There are great risks involved Nowadays everyone is a doctor. Simply hop onto the...
Sydney, Australia, 16 August 2018: Brien Holden Vision Institute has launched its ‘Guidelines for Myopia Management’, an easy-to-use, practical...
Synapse has become known for offering top class education in magical and inspiring settings. This year we went to...
The magical Kruger Park played host to an amazing Optometric event in June – The Paediatric Training Academy’s latest...
The new slogan of SILMO Paris confirms the size of an event that brings together professionals from all around...
Sydney, Australia, 16 July 2018: Brien Holden Vision Institute has announced a shift in focus to address future needs both...
Bangkok, Thailand 5 July 2018 – The first edition of SILMO Bangkok 2018 reflected its success as the gateway...
Hundreds of thousands of South Africans are settling for blurred vision because they cannot afford corrective eyewear. It is...
Brien Holden Vision Institute and the World Council of Optometry (WCO) are pleased to announce a partnership to promote...
Myopia Management and Presbyopic Designs Take Front Stage with Hybrids Carlsbad, U.S., 13 June 2018: SynergEyes, the leading hybrid...
If you work on a computer and use a smartphone or tablet, your eyes are exposed to blue light....
Professor Kovin Naidoo, CEO of Brien Holden Vision Institute, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters by the...
Multinational optical and optoelectronic technology company, ZEISS, will launch its trailblazing UV 400 protection technology for clear lenses in...
Kids’ developing eyes at risk if they don’t get the prescription glasses they need – 15 May 2018 As with...
Winners of the Dis-Chem Ride for Sight Super Classic include Reynard Butler. Finding treatments for retinal blinding conditions such as...
Extortionate screen time is damaging our eyes Alarming statistics suggest that the average adult spends more than 11 hours...
The 28th Ride for Sight will be held on Sunday 14th February 2016 at the Boksburg City Stadium. Dis-Chem...
The British Contact Lens Association (BCLA) has welcomed Susan Bowers as its President for the year 2014-15. The new...
SILMO Paris is so much more than a trade fair. As well as providing a complete and comprehensive exhibitor...
Get to the cause of dry eyes this winter Red and scratchy eyes, episodes of excess tearing followed by...
Accommodative support lenses can help ward off Myopia in children Accommodative support lenses for children can compensate for a...
Solani David Mathebula solani.mathebula@ul.ac.za Department of Optometry, University of Limpopo, Private Bag x 1106, Sovenga, 0727 South Africa...
48TH MIDO BREAKS ALL ITS OWN RECORDS THE 2018 EDITION CLOSES WITH A 4.9% INCREASE Outstanding numbers on- and...
Increasingly greater use of e-commerce and more sensitivity nuances worldwide. Two surveys presented at MIDO focus on key drivers...
For many years SILMO’s influence has stretched far beyond the scope of the annual Paris gathering alone…how best to...
Blue light blocking spectacles recommended during children’s screen time Excessive screen time is widely touted as bad for kids....
Your eyes are linked with your safety on the road these holidays The festive season is on the horizon...
Dynamic Vision’s latest concept store was launched in East Rand Mall on Wednesday 21 June 2017. The store delivers...
In this Q&A, we get to find out everything you need to know about the current state of the...
Like in many other spheres of life, we are finding that our current mode of practice is getting challenged...
The ACUVUE OASYS® 1-Day with HydraLuxe™ Technology South Africa launch was held over two days, 30th and 31st May...
There has not been much for optometrists to shout about over the past few years with many practices struggling,...
Professor Kovin Naidoo, CEO of Brien Holden Vision Institute was recognised at the recent Saudi Ophthalmology 2017 conference for...
After a successful introduction at the OPTI 2016 exhibition in Munich in January and a nomination for a Silmo...
Dr Caroline Blackie is based in Boston, where she is currently involved in fulltime research, working in meibomian gland...
For 30 years he dedicated his life to optometry, teaching and trying to inspire students. We are all sad...
The Paediatric Training Academy and the Namibian Optometric Association hosted a joint congress in the lovely town of Swakopmund...
THE SOUTH AFRICAN LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND CELEBRATES AND EMPOWERS VISUALLY CHALLENGED WOMEN ACROSS OUR NATION “Reading is dreaming...
The South African Library for the Blind have now extended their services with a mini library programme, launched at...
In accordance with the theme – Relationships and Results (R&R) – adopted by the Board for 2016, a Stakeholder Seminar was...
IAPB’s 10th General Assembly, the premier global event discussing clinical and public health issues related to blindness and vision...
FIRST HUMAN CLINICAL TRIAL TO TREAT RP BEGINS ReNeuron, in partnership with Boston Eye and Ear, has announced that...
Glaucoma affects 67 million people worldwide 1, causing irreversible loss of vision if left untreated Regular eye exams are...
Eyewear brands have become a definitive fashion accessory, growing rapidly via their own distribution networks. No longer confined to...
After a 2015 event characterised by an extremely positive business climate and a rise in visitor numbers, the “OPTICS INDUSTRY’S...
SILMO INTERNATIONAL partners are extending their reach into promising new markets. Following on from Silmo Istanbul, the brand is...
The third edition of SILMO ISTANBUL has already been launched and is set to take place on 8 –...
Key scientists, researchers and clinical experts from around the world discussed the rapidly increasing prevalence, the vision, social and...
Optometric press 5 billion myopes by the year 2050; up from 1.4 billion in 2000 1 billion high myopes...
HALF THE WORLD TO BE SHORT-SIGHTED BY 2050 5 billion to be short-sighted (myopic) by the year 2050 One...
Sydney, Australia, 8 October 2015: Up to 1 billion people could be at risk of blindness by the middle...
Moscon Optics is pleased to announce that after thorough assessment of the South African eye care distribution channels by...
Silmo 2015 was blessed with brilliant sunshine and a settled outlook, which was reflected in the mood of optimism inside...
VISION 2020: The Next 5 Years The Ocularists Association of Southern Africa (OASA) made history on 11 August 2011...
Star-studded line-up of optical industry’s biggest names to roll out niche eyewear lines in fashion-focused Style Atelier showcase at...
RetroSense, a biopharmaceutical company has announced FDA approval for the 1st ever Phase 1/ 2 clinical trial for Optogenetic...
The first multidisciplinary conference focussing on dyslexia and other developmental disorders that involves occupational therapists, optometrists, psychologists, speech-and-language therapists;...
Mr France Nxumalo, the Sub-Regional Manager for Southern Africa, Brien Holden Vision Institute has been awarded The Paul Berman...
ZEISS has been in South Africa for seventy-five years, continuously providing cutting edge technology and superior product quality but...
The board of the Brien Holden Vision Institute today announced the appointment of Professor Kovin Naidoo, former Deputy CEO,...
Global leader in eye care and vision research, internationally renowned and awarded scientist and humanitarian, Professor Brien Holden OAM,...
Brien Holden Vision Pty Ltd. (BHV) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted clearance...
On 22 May, the teams from SILMO International and SILMO Istanbul launched the new edition of SILMO ISTANBUL in...
“An exceptional conference” with a “fantastic buzz” are just some of the words being used to describe the 39th...
With its new communication campaign, SILMO, the Optical Fair, is marking a new milestone by highlighting its uniqueness (creativity,...
April 2015 – National optometric group Mellins i-Style launched their ‘Change the Way you see the World’ ambassador charity contest which...
A world-class venue and the promise of a multitude of new innovations to appraise and discuss look set to...
A very successful 27th Ride for Sight was held on Sunday February 15th and for this we need to...
March 11 – 2015 – A World Glaucoma Week media event took place at St John’s Eye Hospital in Soweto...
Malawi, Africa, 9 March 2015: The Brien Holden Vision Institute, a global non-profit aimed at eliminating avoidable blindness, and...
Record number of visitors at the eyewear industry’s leading international exhibition: 49,000 visitors during the 3-day event, + 8.7%...
“CAN’T TAKE MY EYES OFF YOU” A LOOK AT THE NEWEST PRODUCTS IN THE EYEWEAR WORLD Milan, March 2015...
MIDO 2015 – AN AWESOME EVOLUTION All-new look in a mix of creativity and efficiency for the world’s No.1...
2014 EXPORTS AT +11.8%, MORE THAN €3.1 BILLION UNITED STATES, FRANCE, GERMANY, SPAIN, ENGLAND, NEWLY-INDUSTRIALIZED COUNTRIES THE MOST RECEPTIVE...
Inläsningstjänst AB is the Swedish company providing audio books to all dyslexics in Sweden. Five directors of RADA met...
The moment your lenses keep pace with changing light – and your life. Self-tinting lenses by ZEISS. Fast dark....
The SAOA is taking a stand against illegal mobiles (non- registered mobile clinics) and placed an advert in the...
Milan, January 2015 – Preparations are in full swing for the eagerly-awaited 2015 edition of MIDO, the most important...
Contact Lens Lab Of South Africa Approved as an Authorized Rose K Manufacturer Menicon expands its African Rose K...
Difficulty in wearing soft contact lenses comfortably throughout the day due to dryness symptoms is common, and end of...
Fashion TV Catwalk Shows Add Touch of Glamour; Opticare Dubai Conference Offers Accredited Educational Senminars for Optometry Professionals; Leading...
Middle East’s Largest Optical Trade Show Hosts more than 250 Exhibitors Dubai, United Arab Emirates: His Excellency Abdul Rahman...
Dynamic Vision showcased their new concept store at Clearwater on 19 November 2014. The new store design is quite...
13 November 2014: Allergan South Africa (Allergan) is proud to announce that it has recently been voted by its...
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, 29 October 2014: October 2014 heralded a historic moment in the growth of Vietnam’s...
Dr Kgao Legodi was appointed as president of OSSA in March 2013 and has since then left an indelible...
As World Sight Month draws to a close eye health leaders celebrated the appointment of the new ICO (International...
Project will provide support to Government’s Integrated School Health Program Ster Kinekor, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Durban, 09 October...
September 2014 World Retina Week was observed in over 42 countries this year. The week kick starts Eye Care...
With a 90-year heritage in healthcare, Genop offers the finest range of world-class products for eye care and skincare...
“Be passionate about everything you do – you never know where it may take you,” Dr Paul Rose, 2014...
Dry Eye Disease is one of the most common eye conditions affecting the general population1. Dry Eye Disease is...
Distinguishing between the different eye diseases to correctly identify Dry Eye Disease, which is characterised by insufficient or low-quality...
Brought to you by the Pretoria Eye Institute : The crystalline lens, situated behind the iris, is the primary...
Brought to you by the SAOA: TWO KINDS OF PROCEDURES The excimer laser is utilised for two primary refractive...
E-Mail: iacle@iafrica.com (M.Phil (Optom) RAU; B.Optom; MCOptom (UK); FOA (SA); CAS (NewEnco – USA)) Tel No: 011 680 – 3400...
Brought to you by Laserdoc: This is an exciting alternative to glasses or contact lenses. Using the latest in...
Brought to you by Dirk Booysen: Everyone recognises the athlete as the epitome of overall health and physical standards....
Have you ever closed one eye and then tried to catch a ball that has been thrown at you?…...
Brought to you by SOLA EyeQ Magazine: Ten million eye examinations are conducted each year because of problems caused...
Reprinted with permission from The American Optometric Association – www.aoa.org When first introduced, computers were almost exclusively used by...
Brought to you by the American Optometric Association: The advances in contact lens technology in recent years have given...
SOLA EyeQ: 99 to 100 percent of both UV-A and UB-B rays. Unfortunately for consumers, there are no federal...
Human eyes function more efficiently and less strenuously when seeing at distance. Working a computer, visual display terminal (VDT)...
There are many things that we want to change about us. If we want to change our hair colour...
Brought to you by the National Eye Institute (Bethesda): Diabetic retinopathy is a complex disease. Although scientists understand much...
Brought to you by the American Optometric Association: Dynamic Visual Acuity If you are playing a sport like squash,...
Brought to you by the National Eye Institute (Bethesda): There are many South Africans who have either Type I...
Brought to you by the American Optometric Association: Lens Types Advantages Disadvantages Rigid gas-permeable (RGP) Made of slightly flexible...
Brought to you by the Low Vision Information Center: Many visually impaired people experience difficulty with regular activities such...
Brought to you by the American Optometric Association: Monovision is a treatment technique that is often prescribed for people...
Reprinted with permission from The American Optometric Association – www.aoa.org (7/25/2002) – St. Louis, MO, July 25, 2002 –...
World Retina Day took place on 28 September. The Ophthalmological Society of South Africa (OSSA) identified that a vital...
Brought to you by Eye2Eye: You can help minimise the widely-experienced frustrations associated with night vision by following these...
Brought to you by the Better Vision Institute : What Expectant Mothers Should Know The news is out and...
Brought to you by Eye2Eye: Severe eye infections can occur among people improperly caring for and using soft contact...
Brought to you by the Better Vision Institute : CMV Treatments Without treatment, CMV retinitis usually progresses rapidly and...
Regular eye exams are not only important for the health of your eye, but could also detect the presence...
Introduction I always thought glasses were glasses. Now I have lens options? You sure do! Today, consumers with vision...
Plastic Lenses What are plastic lenses? For hundreds of years, spectacle lenses have been ground from glass. While glass...
Anti-Reflective Coatings What are anti-reflective coatings? Anti-reflective coatings can be added to finished lenses to improve vision and...
Brought to you by the Better Vision Institute : Dr. Wong lists a number of other diseases or conditions...
Brought to you by Eye2Eye: What is Colour Blindness? Colour Blindness is an innacurate term for a lack of...
When was the last time you had your eyes tested? Are you aware that eye disease development generally starts...
Brought to you by the American Optometric Association: As one of today’s “older adults” you probably enjoy a more...
