Most eye injuries in Australia are minor, but some workplace accidents can result in serious injury, vision loss or blindness. Any job that involves airborne particles or hazardous substances carries a risk of eye injury. The eye is extremely delicate…
Preventing eye injuries in the workplace is crucial to ensuring the safety and well-being of employees. Eye injuries can occur in various industries and work environments, but there are several steps employers and employees can take to minimize the risk…
The Optometry Educational Dinner: Updates in Primary Eyecare | Modern and Emerging Management of Dry ARM was held 2 August at The Calile Hotel, with a capacity audience of 60 Optometrists in attendance. Our presenter Professor Chris Layton led the…
Our state-of-the-art Confocal Scanning Laser Ophthalmoscope (CSLO) service, is designed to provide accurate and comprehensive eye examinations like never before! Our CSLO technology combines the latest advancements in laser imaging and ophthalmic diagnostics to create a 3D map of the…
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that can cause damage to the optic nerve, which is the nerve that connects the eye to the brain. The damage is typically caused by increased pressure within the eye, known as intraocular…
The diagnosis of PVD (Posterior Vitreous Detachment) and Retinal Tear usually involves a comprehensive eye examination by an ophthalmologist or an optometrist. The following are some of the common methods used to diagnose the above conditions: Dilated eye exam: During…
Vein or vascular occlusion can occur in the eye, affecting the veins or arteries that supply blood to the retina, the part of the eye responsible for vision. When a vein in the eye becomes occluded, it can result in…
In ophthalmology, ARM typically stands for "age-related macular degeneration," which is a common eye condition that affects the central part of the retina, called the macula. The macula is responsible for our central vision, which is used for tasks like…
Macular degeneration is a condition that affects the central part of the retina, called the macula. It causes a loss of vision in the center of the visual field and can make it difficult to perform activities that require sharp…
The clouding of the natural lens can cause vision to become blurry, hazy, or cloudy, and may also cause sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing at night, or seeing halos around lights. These symptoms can significantly affect a person's quality of…