How Did COVID-19 Peak Quarantine Habits Affect Dry Eye?
Researchers assessed if dry eye symptoms worsened during the pandemic and investigated changes in contact lens wear.
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Water-Inviting Surface Technology Boosts Comfort in Lenses for Astigmatism
New silicone hydrogels for astigmatism have integrated water surface technology and UV protection for physically active wearers.
Pandemic Reduced Contact Lens Wear, Increased Screen Time
A study shows that contact lens wearers wore their lenses approximately 1 day fewer per week after March 2020 than before.
Prior Red Light Exposure May Not Reduce Blue-Prompted Pupil Constriction
AAO investigation explores whether pupil constriction from prior red flickering light affects melanopsin activation from blue light.
Contact Lens Case With Silver Shows Reduced Microbial Presence in Daily Use
Approximately 65% fewer microbes were detected in silver-impregnated cases than standard cases.
Most Dry Eye Patients Experience Intermittent Symptom Flares
A study reveals the treatment habits of patients who experience flares with dry eye disease.
Blue-Light Filtering Spectacles Modestly Reduce Hazard
The study shows that tinted glasses performed slightly better than the coated lenses.
Research Reveals Antibiotic Resistance Rates Among 4 Ocular Microorganisms
A 12-year study revealed antibiotic resistance among staphylococci, pneumococci, P. aeruginosa and H. influenzae.
Investigators Review Tolerability of Over-The-Counter Ocular Allergy Drops
The researchers suggested patients may be more compliant using 0.7% olopatadine.
Blink Rate Reduced During Reading, Study Finds
Researchers used a wearable headset device to monitor blinking during various tasks.
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