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Consultation on national performers’ list for GPs, dentists and ophthalmologists
Medical, dental and ophthalmic practitioners may not perform NHS primary care services in England unless they are included on a performers’ list held by a primary care trust (PCT). The performers’ list system provides PCTs with powers to manage these performers and protect the public from any that fall below the required standards. The consultation also considers recommendations made by two reviews of the performers’ list system.
Source: NHS Networks - October 19, 2012 Category: UK Health Authors: Maria Axford Source Type: news

Long term safety of ranibizumab in neovascular age-related macular degeneration: SECURE Study
Source: Ophthalmology Area: News The long-term safety of intravitreal ranibizumab 0.5-mg injections in neovascular age-related macular degeneration has been assessed in a 24 month open-label, multicentre, phase IV extension study (SECURE). The study involved 234 patients previously treated with ranibizumab for 12 months in the EXCITE/SUSTAIN study. The main outcome measures were the incidence of ocular or non-ocular adverse events (AEs) and serious AEs, mean change in best corrected visual acuity (BCVA) from baseline over time, and the number of injections. Overall, 210 (89.7%) completed the study a...
Source: NeLM - News - October 19, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Jetrea (Ocriplasmin) Approved For Symptomatic Vitreomacular Adhesion In The Eyes, FDA
A new medication, Jetrea (ocriplasmin), has been approved by the FDA for VMA (symptomatic vitreomacular adhesion), an eye condition related to aging that can lead to complications and vision loss. When the vitreous gel adheres too strongly to the retina, it can lead to VMT (vitreomacular traction), which may in the long-run affect vision significantly. The patient may eventually develop a range of eye disorders, including macular pucker, macular hole, AMD (age-related macular generation), retinal tears, detachment, and macular edema...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 18, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Visual Processing and Learning DisordersVisual Processing and Learning Disorders
This article explains. Current Opinion in Ophthalmology
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - October 18, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news

FDA Approves Ocriplasmin for Vitreomacular AdhesionsFDA Approves Ocriplasmin for Vitreomacular Adhesions
The FDA has approved ocriplasmin intravitreal injection for the treatment of symptomatic vitreomacular adhesions. FDA Approvals
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 18, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Alert Source Type: news

Aerie Pharmaceuticals Appoints Richard J. Rubino as Chief Financial Officer
Mr. Rubino brings over 30 years of experience, most recently as CFO of Medco Health Solutions BEDMINSTER, N.J. & RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.--(Healthcare Sales & Marketing Network)--Aerie Pharmaceuticals, a biotechnology company focused on the discover... Biopharmaceuticals, Ophthalmology, PersonnelAerie Pharmaceuticals, glaucoma
Source: HSMN NewsFeed - October 18, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

U.S. FDA Approves ThromboGenics' JETREA(R) (Ocriplasmin) for the Treatment of Symptomatic Vitreomacular Adhesion (VMA)
JETREA® is the first pharmacological agent approved for the treatment of symptomatic VMA Conference call scheduled today at 15.00 CET (9.00 ET) LEUVEN, Belgium, October 18, 2012 (HSMN NewsFeed) --ThromboGenics NV (Euronext Brussels: THR), an in... Biopharmaceuticals, Ophthalmology, FDAThromboGenics, JETREA, ocriplasmin, Vitreomacular Adhesion
Source: HSMN NewsFeed - October 18, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Source Type: news

Dry Eye Common After Eyelid LiftsDry Eye Common After Eyelid Lifts
More than one-quarter of people who've had an eyelid lift report symptoms of dry eye such as excessive watering and irritation, a new study suggests. Reuters Health Information
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - October 17, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine News Source Type: news

Diquafosol vs Sodium Hyaluronate in Dry Eye PatientsDiquafosol vs Sodium Hyaluronate in Dry Eye Patients
In a comparison of ophthalmic solutions, is one considered to be more effective to combat dry eye, which can cause discomfort and vision problems for many patients? The British Journal of Ophthalmology
Source: Medscape Ophthalmology Headlines - October 17, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news

FDA approves treatment for cystinosis
The FDA has approved cysteamine ophthalmic solution (Cystaran, Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals) 0.44% for corneal cystine crystal accumulation in patients with cystinosis.
Source: Modern Medicine - October 16, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: news

Nasolacrimal duct stent cleared
FCI Ophthalmics has received 510(k) clearance for the Masterka pushed monocanalicular nasolacrimal intubation stent.
Source: Modern Medicine - October 16, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: news

Ophthalmological Services Billing QuestionedOphthalmological Services Billing Questioned
For the first time, the Department of Health and Human Services' Office of the Inspector General will scour Medicare claims data looking for questionable billing for ophthalmological services. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 15, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Inflammation and Retinal Disease: Complement Biology and Pathology
series:Advances in Experimental Medicine and BiologyNumerous studies have pointed to the key role of complement in the pathogenesis of retinal disease, particularly age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Reports about new gene associations and links to other physiological pathways are emerging almost on a weekly base. Several promising clinical candidates covering a wide area of potential treatment applications are in the pipelines of both ...
Source: Springer Medicine titles - October 15, 2012 Category: Databases & Libraries Tags: Ophthalmology Source Type: news

FDA Statement on Fungal Meningitis Outbreak: Additional Patient Notification Advised
Healthcare professionals should follow-up with patients administered an NECC injectable product, including an ophthalmic drug that is injectable or used in conjunction with eye surgery, or a cardioplegic solution.
Source: FDA MedWatch - October 15, 2012 Category: American Health Source Type: news

Comparing Anti-VEGF Agents for Neovascular AMDComparing Anti-VEGF Agents for Neovascular AMD
How do ranibizumab and bevacizumab compare in the treatment of neovascular AMD? The 2-year follow-up results from CATT are in. Medscape Ophthalmology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 15, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology Viewpoint Source Type: news

Really?: The Claim: Tinted Contact Lenses Can Improve Athletic Performance
Some athletes have tried amber-colored contact lenses to reduce glare and enhance contrast, but studies point to no significant gain from tinted lenses.
Source: NYT Health - October 15, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Authors: By ANAHAD O'CONNOR Tags: sports Eyes and Eyesight Fitness Really? Research Contact Lenses Medicine and Health Featured Source Type: news

Smoking And Cataracts
Cigarette smoking is a well-known risk factor for a wide-range of diseases. Now, scientists have evidence that smoking may also increase the risk of age-related cataract, the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in the world. Reported in Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science (Smoking and Risk of Age-related Cataract: A Meta-analysis), the new findings are the result of a meta-analysis conducted by a team of researchers from China...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 15, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Smoking / Quit Smoking Source Type: news

Smoking may lead to cataracts in aging population
Cigarette smoking is a well-known risk factor for a wide-range of diseases. Now, scientists have evidence that smoking may also increase the risk of age-related cataract, the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in the world.
Source: ScienceDaily Headlines - October 13, 2012 Category: Science Source Type: news

A 20-Year-Old Woman With Nausea, Fever, and Blurred VisionA 20-Year-Old Woman With Nausea, Fever, and Blurred Vision
A 20-year-old woman presents with nausea, fever, headache, and blurred vision. What is your differential diagnosis? Medscape Ophthalmology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 12, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology Clinical Case Source Type: news

Diabetic Macular Edema Responds Best to Frequent Ranibizumab Diabetic Macular Edema Responds Best to Frequent Ranibizumab
In the Ranibizumab for Edema of the Macula in Diabetes Study, patients treated aggressively with ranibizumab during year 3 had reduced foveal thickness and improved best-corrected visual acuity. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - October 12, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Diabetic Macula Edema Responds Best to Frequent Ranibizumab Diabetic Macula Edema Responds Best to Frequent Ranibizumab
In the Ranibizumab for Edema of the Macula in Diabetes Study, patients treated aggressively with ranibizumab during year 3 had reduced foveal thickness and improved best-corrected visual acuity. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 12, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Loss Of Sight Is A Primary Concern For Ageing Europeans As New Expert Forum States That A Large Proportion Of Blindness Is Preventable
E-FAB (European Forum Against Blindness) marks World Sight Day with a call to prevent avoidable blindness which remains a significant problem in Europe A new survey of over 5,000 people across five EU countries reveals a level of concern and perceived need for better vision care services As part of World Sight Day 2012, a survey across five EU countries reveals that over twice as many people are most concerned about developing sight loss compared to developing other conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory disease...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 12, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Eye Docs Must Do More to Spot Unsafe Older Drivers: Study
Title: Eye Docs Must Do More to Spot Unsafe Older Drivers: StudyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2012 2:05:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 10/12/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Eyesight General - October 12, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: news

Smoking may lead to cataracts in aging population
(Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology) Cigarette smoking is a well-known risk factor for a wide-range of diseases. Now, scientists have evidence that smoking may also increase the risk of age-related cataract, the leading cause of blindness and vision loss in the world.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - October 12, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Eye Docs Must Do More to Spot Unsafe Older Drivers
Survey reveals areas where they could improve careSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Motor Vehicle Safety, Seniors' Health, Vision Impairment and Blindness
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - October 11, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

On World Sight Day, Merck and Partners Mark 25 Years of Successful Collaboration To Help Eliminate River Blindness
Dateline City: WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J. World Health Organization commends the MECTIZAN® Donation Program (MDP) on its contribution to near-elimination of river blindness from the Western Hemisphere Partnership efforts result in interruption of disease transmission in four of six endemic countries in Latin America, and nine regions within five countries in Africa Merck has donated over one billion treatments to nearly 117,000 communities in Africa, Latin America and Yemen Longest running donation program of its ki...
Source: Merck.com - Corporate News - October 11, 2012 Category: Pharmaceuticals Authors: admin Tags: Corporate News Corporate Responsibility News Source Type: news

High-Dose Antioxidants for Central Serous ChorioretinopathyHigh-Dose Antioxidants for Central Serous Chorioretinopathy
How well do antioxidants work in the treatment of central serous chorioretinopathy? Should they be prescribed routinely? BMC Ophthalmology
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 11, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news

Statins Decrease Glaucoma Risk in Those With HyperlipidemiaStatins Decrease Glaucoma Risk in Those With Hyperlipidemia
In patients with hyperlipidemia, statin use for 1 year decreased the hazard of developing open-angle glaucoma by 5%; use for 2 years decreased it by 9%. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines - October 11, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Nigeria: Optometrists Says 90 Percent of People With Down Syndrome Suffer Eye Diseases
[Vanguard]Lagos -An optometrist, Dr Ogechi Nwokedi, said on Wednesday in Lagos that 90 per cent of people with Down syndrome suffer several eye conditions.
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - October 11, 2012 Category: African Health Source Type: news

Health Tip: Avoid Spreading Pinkeye
Title: Health Tip: Avoid Spreading PinkeyeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 10/11/2012 8:05:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 10/11/2012 12:00:00 AM
Source: MedicineNet Eyesight General - October 11, 2012 Category: Opthalmology Source Type: news

Cystaran (Cysteamine Ophthalmic Solution) - updated on RxList
Source: RxList - New and Updated Drug Monographs - October 11, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

New Therapy Halts Neuromyelitis Optica Attacks
Mayo Clinic researchers have identified a new therapy for patients with neuromyelitis optica that appears to stop inflammation of the eye nerves and spinal cord. NMO is a debilitating central nervous system disorder that is often misdiagnosed as multiple sclerosis (MS). In the study, patients with severe symptoms of the disease, also known as NMO, were given eculizumab, a drug typically used to treat blood disorders...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 11, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Removal Of Glaucoma-Causing Protein Subverted By Chaperone Protein
The chaperone protein Grp94 can interfere with the clearance of another protein known to cause the glaucoma when mutated, a new study led by researchers at the University of South Florida has found. Using a cell model, the researchers also demonstrated that a new specific inhibitor of Grp94 facilitates clearance of the genetically-defective protein, called myocilin, from cells...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 11, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Vision Care Professionals Wary About Flagging Unsafe DriversVision Care Professionals Wary About Flagging Unsafe Drivers
Vision care providers are placed in the delicate position of confirming older patients' visual skills and advising them when it is unsafe to drive, but fear lawsuits and eroding patient trust. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 10, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Antioxidant Can Prevent Or Heal Cataracts And Other Degenerative Eye Disorders
Eyedrops, prepared with the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine amide (NACA), have been used as treatment for the prevention or healing of cataracts, macular degeneration, and other degenerative eye disorders. Researchers at the Missouri University of Science and Technology researched these eyedrops and have discovered that they are an improvement over a separate experimental treatment using N-acetylcysteine (NAC), due to easier movement across cell membranes, permitting low dosages of the medicine to be just as efficient. Dr. Nuran Ercal, head researcher and the Richard K...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 10, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Diabetes Cases In Britain Expected To Rise 700,000 By End Of The Decade
New analysis by the charity Diabetes UK expects the number of people in Britain with diabetes to rise by 700,000 by the end of the decade. This indicates 4.4 million people in the UK alone by 2020. The majority of new cases are predominantly expected to be Type 2 diabetes. People who develop Type 2 diabetes are at an increased risk of amputation, blindness, kidney failure, stroke and ultimately early death. However, the condition can often be prevented by adopting healthier lifestyle choices such as losing weight...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 10, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Diabetes Source Type: news

Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Receives FDA Approval of Cystaran (cysteamine ophthalmic solution) 0.44%
GAITHERSBURG, MD, October 04, 2012 —Sigma-Tau Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced today that the Company has received approval from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for Cystaran (cysteamine ophthalmic solution) 0.44%, a topical...
Source: Drugs.com - New Drug Approvals - October 9, 2012 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: news

Proton beam blasted away my eye cancer
WHEN the optician called over his assistant to get a second opinion alarm bells began ringing for former seafarer Michael Johnson. Although he wore reading glasses he had never had any problems and considered the eye test to be routine.
Source: Daily Express - Health - October 9, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Coffee Tied to Glaucoma Risk in United States Coffee Tied to Glaucoma Risk in United States
Heavy coffee consumption has been associated with an increased glaucoma risk, especially among women with family history of glaucoma. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 8, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology News Source Type: news

Can drinking coffee make you go blind?
Conclusion This was a large study that followed people for many years to assess the association between coffee and exfoliation glaucoma, using validated detailed questionnaires on dietary intake. However, it had several limitations, which could affect the reliability of its results: The researchers had to rely on information on non-standardised eye examinations from various eye care providers, to ascertain whether participants had exfoliation glaucoma or EGS, rather than having confirmed diagnoses. The fact that so few people were identified may mean that the participants did not recall their diagnoses accurately, somet...
Source: NHS News Feed - October 8, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Food/diet Source Type: news

Predictors of Outcome in Fungal KeratitisPredictors of Outcome in Fungal Keratitis
Fungal keratitis is a major cause of vision loss, and fungal infections of the cornea are difficult to treat. Are there predictive and prognostic factors in fungal keratitis that may improve care? Eye
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - October 8, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Ophthalmology Journal Article Source Type: news

Ghana: Blindness Scare!
[Public Agenda]It appears blindness is on the rise in Ghana as available World Health Organisation (WHO) information indicates that the country is leading in the prevalence of glaucoma in the world with about 8.5 per cent Ghanaians above 40 years, representing 600,000 people, having the eye disease.
Source: AllAfrica News: Health and Medicine - October 8, 2012 Category: African Health Source Type: news

Researchers Create A Universal Map Of Vision In The Human Brain
Nearly 100 years after a British neurologist first mapped the blind spots caused by missile wounds to the brains of soldiers, Perelman School of Medicine researchers at the University of Pennsylvania have perfected his map using modern-day technology. Their results create a map of vision in the brain based upon an individual's brain structure, even for people who cannot see. Their result can, among other things, guide efforts to restore vision using a neural prosthesis that stimulates the surface of the brain. The study appears in the latest issue of Current Biology, a Cell Press journal...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 8, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Implanting Artificial Corneas Offers The Gift Of Vision
Blindness is often caused by corneal diseases. The established treatment is a corneal transplant, but in many cases this is not possible and donor corneas are often hard to come by. In the future, an artificial cornea could make up for this deficiency and save the vision of those affected. Our eyes are our window to the world. Thousands of people have lost their eyesight due to damages to the cornea, such as trauma, absent limbal stem cells or diseases. Transplantation of a donor cornea is the therapy of choice for a great number of those patients...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - October 8, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Eye Health / Blindness Source Type: news

Retinal implant helps blind patients detect motion
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Blind patients fitted with a retinal prosthesis system are able to accurately detect motion, according to a new report in the Archives of Ophthalmology.
Source: Modern Medicine - October 8, 2012 Category: Journals (General) Source Type: news

Minimize Eye Infection
Properly caring for your lenses can prevent serious eye infections, some that could even cause blindness. Below are the top 10 ways for contact lens users to minimize the chance of developing an eye infection.
Source: About.com Eating Disorders - October 8, 2012 Category: Eating Disorders and Weight Management Authors: exercise.guide at about.com Tags: health Source Type: news

Dry Eyes? Have Your Optometrist Check for Eyelid Sensitivity
Got dry eyes? Measuring eyelid sensitivity may reflect the causes. A simple test of eyelid sensitivity may help vision professionals in evaluating one of the most common eye-related symptoms: dry eyes. A new study linking increased eyelid sensitivity to decreased function of the eyelid margins is presented in the article - "Lid Margins: Sensitivity, Staining, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, and Symptoms", appearing in the October issue of Optometry and Vision Science, official journal of the American Academy of Optometry. The journal is published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, a part of Wolters Kluwer Health.
Source: Disabled World - October 7, 2012 Category: Disability Tags: Vision Disability Source Type: news

Skin stem cells may help avoid blindness
NEW YORK, Oct. 7 (UPI) -- An experimental treatment using skin cells to improve the vision of blind mice may help those with macular degeneration, U.S. researchers say.
Source: Health News - UPI.com - October 7, 2012 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

New firework caused severe eye injuries at a public display - Pringle E, Eckstein MB, Casswell AG, Hughes EH.
A new type of firework caused severe eye injuries and blindness in children and adults at last year’s bonfire night celebrations in Lewes, UK. That evening, eight patients presented to our hospital, five with serious eye injuries—two were blinded an...
Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated) - October 6, 2012 Category: Global & Universal Tags: Burns, Electricity, Explosions, Fire, Scalds Source Type: news