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When sunlight strikes the lens of our eyes, some of the energy absorbed is converted into heat. But some of that “absorbed energy” is also converted into light. It’s a blue-green “glow” that is responsible for much of the visual discomfort that we call glare. However, later in life, our lens emits a new, red light “glow” (fluorescence) that may repair the retina. A U.S. patent was recently issued to Photoprotective Technologies, Inc. that mimics the details of the red fluorescence of the human lens.
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The Vision Council unveils Lens Product Description Standard; ECPs, companies and groups join in to support World Sight Day; Jobson Research report explores optometrists' views on subspecialties; UN marks World Sight Day with ‘Blurred Photo’ exhibition; and Jobson opens EyeVote Readers' Choice Awards nominations all topped this week’s VMAIL news feed. Click on the headlines below to catch up on anything you might have missed.
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NEW YORK—Today is World Sight Day 2023 and thousands of eyecare professionals, NGOs, companies, public health groups, organizations and patients are lending their voices and dollars to support the cause of bringing attention to the value of good vision, access to eyecare and eye health for all. According to the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness' update yesterday, this year over 13 million pairs of eyes have been tested and sight screenings held in workplaces around the world have been a part of this year’s World Sight Day initiative.
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These adorable “eye doctor at work” stickers are perfect for your door, notebook or anywhere else you want you stick them. You can choose a color and purchase the stickers on Etsy here. #WeShareIt
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NEW YORK—Independents around the country are joining in the annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign to support women who are impacted by the disease. Practices are showing their own individual support, participating in community activities, sharing their stories to support the search for a cure. Throughout the country, members of the optical community are doing their part to increase the number of breast cancer survivors worldwide. Many are encouraging purchases of an increasing number of eyewear and sunwear branded products that donate to the cause and supplementing patients’ commitment with their own donations. The Independent Eye is showcasing just a few examples here.
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