Science of Us attempts to unravel the answers to a summertime question of monumental importance: Why does nearly everyone instantly look more attractive with sunglasses on? You know you’re at least a little curious. And so was Vanessa Brown, a senior lecturer of art and design at Nottingham Trent University in the U.K. Her research…
Six gene variations linked to glaucoma risk
Scientists have identified six genetic variants associated with the eye condition glaucoma in people from around the world including Australia. The discovery, in three major studies, could help identify people at higher risk of the disease and lead to earlier screening and treatments. All three studies, published today in Nature Genetics, identify gene sequence variations of…
How Orthokeratology, also known as OrthoK, can help your vision
Orthokeratology, also known as OrthoK, is the latest treatment offering patients the ability to see clearly throughout the day without their glasses or contact lenses. Whilst laser eye surgery requires a steady prescription, OrthoK is highly recommended for myopic (short-sighted) children or adults whose prescriptions seem to be ever increasing. OrthoK can be commenced at…
Myopia Control in Children through Refractive Therapy Gas Permeable Contact Lenses: Is it for Real?
Uncorrected Refreactive Errors are the world’s leading cause of visual impairment, with myopia estimated to be the leading form of refractive error worldwide. Nearly 30% of Americans and up to 85% of the East Asia population are affected by myopia. Instances of myopia in 19-year-old Korean males reached 96.54% in a recent study. The study also…
Your Child’s Eyes
Good vision is important for a child’s educational, physical and social development. With approximately 1 in 5 Australian children either suffering from an undetected vision problem or requiring ongoing assessment, it is important to be aware of the possible signs of a vision problem to give every child the best chance of reaching their full…
Coffee may be good for your eyes, study suggests
Chlorogenic acid, a powerful antioxidant found in coffee, has been shown to prevent age-related retinal degeneration in mice, and scientists say it may also play a role in preventing age-related eye diseases.A coffee a day could help keep eye diseases at bay, according to a joint study out of South Korea and the U.S., which…
Nutrition for Macular Degeneration
Nutrition plays an important role in optimising macular health, and reducing the risk of macular degeneration. Eating a healthy, well-balanced diet will be good for overall wellbeing as well as eye health. For some people an appropriate supplement may also be an important consideration. Adopting these simple practices as a normal part of your diet…
Eye Health in the Workplace
World Day for Safety and Health at Work is on this Monday 28th April and the effective management of eye health is an important contribution to a healthy, safe and productive workplace. Up to 50,000 eye injuries occur per year – that’s approximately seven in 1000! Visual impairment or injury reduces a person’s independence and can contribute…
Think B.I.G. for World Glaucoma Week
The theme for this year’s World Glaucoma Week is – B.I.G- Beat Invisible Glaucoma. You can Beat Invisible Glaucoma with a simple optic nerve check. Everyone hopes to preserve their eyesight- this World Glaucoma Week help by taking part in the World’s B.I.G Breakfast. This is especially important if you have been diagnosed as having…
Ten health resolutions to make in 2014
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IT’S a new year, which means it’s the ideal time to make a fresh start. When it comes to your health, make sure you’re making the right resolutions. 1. Give up dieting If you’ve been on a fad diet more times than Kanye West has made an idiot of himself in public then that’s one…