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Dr. Arshad Khanani Joins Ophtea as Chief Medical Advisor
Opthea Limited announced Dr. Arshad M. Khanani, MD, MA, FASRS, as its new Chief Medical Advisor. Dr. Khanani, renowned in retina specialization and clinical research, brings a wealth of expertise from his tenure at Sierra Eye Associates and his academic…
A Guide to Eyelid Hygiene: Preventing Common Eye Conditions
Eyelid hygiene is an essential, yet often overlooked, aspect of overall eye health. Neglecting the cleanliness of your eyelids can lead to various conditions, including swollen eyelids, eyelid twitching, styes, eyelid dermatitis, and bumps on the eyelid. Understanding and practicing…
Evmann Holding Eyes Expansion in Ophthalmology at ESCRS
Evmann Investments Holding BV is taking a proactive approach to strengthening its investment footprint in the ophthalmology sector. The Netherlands-based holding company, with operations spanning over 93 countries via its German subsidiary VSY Biotechnology GmbH, is setting a new course…
What Is Meibomian Gland Dysfunction?
Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) is a common eye disorder that affects the meibomian glands, which are located in the eyelids and produce the oily layer of the tear film. The disorder is characterized by the blockage or dysfunction of these…
Itchy Eyelids: Causes, Treatment and Home Remedies
Itchy eyelids, though common, can be a source of significant discomfort and concern. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the factors contributing to eyelid itchiness, relief strategies, and optimal treatment options to address this common concern. What Causes Itchy Eyelids?…
Blepharoconjunctivitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Blepharoconjunctivitis is a medical condition characterized by the simultaneous inflammation of the eyelids (blepharitis) and the conjunctiva, which is the membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inner surface of the eyelids. This condition often results in…
Scientist Awarded $300K for AMD Research
Dr. Rajendra Apte, MD, PhD, has been honored with the Research to Prevent Blindness (RPB)/American Macular Degeneration Foundation (AMDF) Catalyst Award for Innovative Research Approaches for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). This award, amounting to $300,000, underscores Dr. Apte’s dedication and…
MACUSTAR Extends Systematic AMD Research
The MACUSTAR consortium, led by the Department of Ophthalmology at the University Hospital Bonn (UKB), is extending its Europe-wide clinical study on age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The primary focus of the extension is to garner further insights into the intermediate…
FDA Approves XDEMVY for Demodex Blepharitis
Tarsus Pharmaceuticals has received FDA approval for XDEMVY(TM) (lotilaner ophthalmic solution) 0.25% to treat Demodex blepharitis, making it the first and only FDA-approved treatment directly targeting Demodex mites, the underlying cause of the condition. The approval was based on the…
Study Finds Key Genes Linked to Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma
In a recent study published in Nature Communications, researchers from Mass Eye and Ear, led by Ayellet Segrè, Ph.D., alongside Janey Wiggs, MD, Ph.D., conducted an extensive investigation that merged findings from a large cross-ancestry genome-wide association study meta-analysis of…