by James Ashford | May 31, 2023 | Broker Blogs, Eye Care Health
Genetic ophthalmology (GO) is an emerging field that could provide more effective treatment for genetic eye diseases such as glaucoma. However, GO also raises some serious concerns that should be addressed as this technology progresses. What is Genetic Ophthalmology?...
by James Ashford | May 23, 2023 | Broker Blogs, Eye Care Health
In February 2023, the Food and Drug Administration strongly advised people to stop using Delsam Pharma’s Artificial Eye Ointment, citing the possibility of bacterial contamination. Citing safety issues like “lack of appropriate microbial testing” and “lack of...
by James Ashford | May 16, 2023 | Broker Blogs, Brokers, Eye Care Health, Vision Care Direct Member Blog
Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis, or LASIK, one of the most widely sought-after vision correction procedures, is now under scrutiny due to the potential for lasting side effects. Therefore, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that it is...
by James Ashford | May 8, 2023 | Broker Blogs, Brokers, Eye Care Health, Vision Care Direct Member Blog
If you want to improve the overall health of your eyes, adding a few vitamins and minerals is an excellent place to start, as researchers have continued to link nutrition and eye health. According to the American Optometric Association, certain eye-friendly nutrients...
by James Ashford | Apr 27, 2023 | Broker Blogs, Brokers, Eye Care Health, Vision Care Provider Newsletter
Between 2022 and 2032, experts predict that the vision care market in the United States will steadily expand by more than 7% per year. So, the $89 billion domestic market will almost double and become a $169 billion domestic market. These same experts expect the...