Students at Title 1 Schools Have Higher Amblyopia Risk

Over 11 years referrals for vision screenings have increased in this child population.

Longitudinal Study Shows How Refractive Errors Differ in Black and Hispanic Children

The former experienced greater prevalence and degree of anisometropia, while the latter had higher rates of astigmatism.

Contrast Sensitivity Implicated in Dementia Prevalence

New research in JAMA Ophthalmology argues that addressing visual impairments might prevent up to 19% of cases, though a cause-and-effect relationship is difficult to establish.

Long-Term Benefits of VT for Convergence Insufficiency Sustained in Children

One-year follow-up shows improvements in NPC and positive fusional vergence after 16-week vergence/accommodative therapy were maintained.

New Metamorphopsia Tool Opens Potential Treatment Avenue

Computer-based approach reverse-engineers a patient’s visual distortion for clinicians to appreciate. If piped into a head-mounted display, it might allow real-time neutralization, advocates suggest.

Uncorrected Refractive Error Severely Impacts Over 160 Million Individuals Globally

Prevalences of blindness and vision impairment have grown exponentially in the past two decades.

Physical Activity Can Lower Risk of Depression in Older Adults with Hyperopia

A lifestyle that prioritizes movement as well as sleep mediated the relationship between refractive error and mood disorders.

When It’s Not Amblyopia: The Differential of Functional vs. Pathological Vision Loss

A clear understanding of the differences is key for effective patient management.

Geographic Location, Perceived Health Status Associated with Visual Impairment

Those who live in the South, lack insurance, have an income below poverty level and are elderly have the highest odds, study shows.

FTC Votes Unanimously to Require Rx Release Confirmation

The long-anticipated update was announced today. It goes into effect 60 days after publication in the Federal Register, which is expected “soon.”