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The fast growing internet companies of eye care associates Clecontactlenses.com and ShopCLE.com remain committed to giving even during the holiday season. Elmsford, New York (PRWEB) December 24, 2012 New York based Eye Care Associates enters its 14th year in business online as the operator of CleContactlenses.com & ShopCLE.com online e-tailers that sells contact lenses, contact lens removers, designer sunglasses, designer optical frames, vitamins, contact solution and other items that...
On Monday ShopCle.com kicked off their holiday contest for its social fans. Today Jillian P. was announced the second daily winner as she gave thanks to her aunt Meg because she lost her home and belongings in hurricane sandy and has continued to persevere despite her struggles. Elmsford, New York (PRWEB) December 20, 2012 New York based Eye Care Associates enters its 14th year in business online as the operator of Shopcle.com an online e-tailer that sells designer sunglasses, designer...
Clinics offering no cost LASIK screenings may not always be in the patient's best interest. Some clinics offer only one type of LASIK and will recommend it for every patient, regardless of its suitability. Paying a small fee for an unbiased opinion from a highly qualified surgeon may be a better option. Old Bridge, New Jersey (PRWEB) December 20, 2012 “It has become very common these days for LASIK clinics to advertise "no cost" screenings to prospective patients,” said...
NEW YORK, Dec. 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Professor Clare Gilbert, of London, is an important leader who has made a significant contribution to global eye care by putting prevention of childhood blindness firmly at the forefront of the global eye care agenda. In recognition of her work, Lighthouse International is pleased to honor her with its distinguished 2012 Pisart Vision Award. Lighthouse International gives the prestigious Pisart Vision Award annually to an individual who has...
LONDON, December 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Halma [http://www.halma.com ], the leading safety, health and environmental technology group, today announces that the acquisition of MicroSurgical Technology, Inc. ("MST") was completed on 18 December 2012. MST [http://www.mst-surgical.com ] designs, manufactures and markets ophthalmic surgical products, focusing on single-use devices used in cataract surgery. MST is located in Redmond, Washington, USA. The initial cash...
CLEARWATER, Fla., Dec. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- When someone gets their eyes checked, they don't expect to walk away with any problems, especially in areas other than the eyes. Pam Rowan, owner of the Eye Shop, a downtown Clearwater eye care boutique, is informing her patients and the public that eye exams by highly qualified ophthalmologists and optometrists may be able to expose other diseases. The Eye Shop team is dedicated to early, accurate detection and correction of vision...
The FDA has issued clearance for the LENSAR Laser System to perform corneal incisions – the key step to gaining access into the clouded lens of the eye. Sarasota’s Center For Sight the first ophthalmic practice in the nation to acquire this breakthrough technology and has since performed more than 500 refractive cataract surgeries using the laser – making Center For Sight the most experienced user of the LENSAR Laser in the country. Sarasota, FL (PRWEB) December 16, 2012 The next...
A new study published in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science found that between 40 to 50 percent of older adults with visually impairing eye disease limit their activities due to a fear of falling. Vision scientists warn that this protective strategy puts seniors at risk for social isolation and disability. In the paper, "Activity Limitation Due to a Fear of Falling in Older Adults with Eye Disease," researchers report on their examination of patients with age-related macular...
LONDON, December 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Prescription Eyewear Ltd, the parent company of myOptique.com, SunglassesShop.com and GlassesDirect.com, announced today that it has added LensOn, the leading Nordic online contact lens seller, to its growing portfolio of market-leading brands. (Photo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20121212/582621 ) - LensOn is the leading independent online contact lens seller in Northern Europe, operating...
Lawrence LeBlond for redOrbit.com - Your Universe Online Vision loss that has been associated with diabetes has been on the incline in the US, with a 20 percent increase seen in less than 10 years. As prevalence of diabetes is also on the rise, and is now being seen more and more in younger people, health experts are worried that a growing number of people are going to suffer from vision problems—notably nonrefractive vision impairment (NVI). Publishing the results of a new study in...
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1. vitreous body 2. ora serrata 3. ciliary muscle 4. ciliary zonules 5. canal of Schlemm 6. pupil 7. anterior chamber 8. cornea 9. iris 10. lens cortex 11. lens nucleus 12. ciliary process 13. conjunctiva 14. inferior oblique muscle 15. inferior rectus muscle 16. medial rectus muscle 17. retinal arteries and veins 18. optic disc 19. dura mater 20. central retinal artery 21. central retinal vein 22. optic nerve 23. vorticose vein 24. bulbar sheath 25. macula 26. fovea 27. sclera 28....
The Zonules of Zinn, also known as Zinn’s membrane and ciliary zonule, is a ring of fibrous strands connecting the ciliary body with the crystalline lens of the eye. The zonule of Zinn is split into two layers: a thin layer, which lines with the hyaloid fossa, and a thick layer, which is a collection of zonular fibers. Together, these fibers are known as the suspensory ligament of the lens. When color granules are displaced from the Zonules of Zinn, by friction against the lens, the...
The British Journal of Ophthalmology is a peer-reviewed medical journal established in 1917 by the Royal London Ophthalmic Hospital Reports and the Ophthalmoscope and Ophthalmic Record. As of May 2012, the editors-in-chief are Harminder Dua and Arun Singh. This journal covers clinical investigations, clinical observations, and clinically relevant laboratory investigations related to ophthalmology. It also provides major reviews and covers regional issues. It is indexed in Index Medicus,...
Sunglasses are protective eyewear designed to shield the eyes from damaging or discomforting sunlight and high-energy light. They can also work as a visual aid. The ultraviolet radiation from the sun can cause several serious eye problems and many healthcare professionals recommend eye protection. However, since the 1940s sunglasses have been associated with celebrities more so than eye protection. James Ayscough experimented with tinted lenses in the mid-18th century although they were...
Bifocals are eyeglasses, commonly prescribed for presbyopia, with two distinct optical powers. Although there are arguments against him, Benjamin Franklin is generally credited with the invention of bifocals. After a correspondence between George Whatley and John Fenno it was thought that Franklin possibly invented the bifocals fifty years earlier than previously thought. Many inventions are worked on independently by many people and bifocals may have been the same, however, Franklin was...
