New law expands optometrists’ prescribing powers

Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed a bill that will allow optometrists to prescribe oral medications, ending a long-running lobbying battle about the issue. » More

Controversial Louisiana law would move ODs’ competencies toward MDs’ arena

Voting in the Louisiana House was pushed back to this week on HB 527, which would expand optometrists’ scope of practice.
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Alcon announces FDA approval of Simbrinza therapy for glaucoma patients

Novartis International AG/Alcon has received FDA approval of Simbrinza suspension, a new beta blocker-free, fixed-dose combination therapy for glaucoma patients. » More

iPhone app for vision tests wins FDA approval

The FDA has approved the MyVisionTrack iPhone app to enable patients with retinal disease to monitor his or her vision between visits to the doctor. » More

First optometrist named to Illinois state health board

Valarie Conrad, OD, MPH, is the first optometrist to be appointed to the Illinois State Board of Health. » More

Essilor, HPO enter exclusive global license agreement

Essilor and High Performance Optics have signed a license agreement that will allow Essilor to roll out its product lines worldwide. » More

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