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“Doctors and nurses from Singapore National Eye Centre recently travelled to Laos, where they screened more than 500 patients and performed 150 free cataract surgeries. This mission not only restored vision to underserved patients but also addressed long-term eye care needs in Laos through training and collaboration as a WHO Collaborating Centre.

If foggy glasses or contact lenses are a hassle, explore vision correction options available. Popular procedures include LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, PRK, and ICL, each with specific eligibility requirements and benefits. Consulting an ophthalmologist can guide you toward the best solution for clear vision.

As myopia rates soar, especially across Asia-Pacific, the 4th APMMS event spotlighted advanced solutions like CooperVision’s MiSight® 1 day lenses and multi-stakeholder collaborations. Experts and attendees emphasized the need for early intervention, reshaping myopia management to prioritise disease prevention.

For many people in their 40s, the gradual onset of presbyopia can be a frustrating reminder of ageing.  The need…

Dry eye disease (DED) has become a significant public health issue, affecting millions worldwide. Despite its widespread prevalence, this condition often remains unnoticed and untreated, causing considerable discomfort and potential complications for those who suffer from it. Weitarsa Hendarto, director of PT Combiphar, brings attention to the growing epidemic of said disease and emphasises the need for greater awareness and proactive management. 

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A seven-day eye care mission led by key figures in the Bangsamoro government has brought hope and transformation to marginalised communities in Central Mindanao. This project was spearheaded by Regional Parliament Member Kadil Monera Sinolinding Jr. and Bangsamoro Chief Minister Ahod Balawag Ebrahim. The lives of thirty-six ophthalmic patients, including those with squint-eye conditions, were offered services. As the mission concluded, its success underscores the importance of accessible healthcare services and collaborative initiatives in addressing the needs of vulnerable populations.

CooperVision’s FDA-approved MiSight 1-day lenses have emerged as a solution to the issue of compliance with good efficacy for children. “In our 7-year trial for MiSight, we saw really impressive levels of compliance for MiSight. Because these are contact lenses, once they are put in, they stay in place, and there is less removal and replacement compared to spectacles. We’ve seen that it is common to wear 10+ hours a day and sometimes even up to 16 hours of wear during the trials,” said Shila Gupta, General Manager for Myopia Management at CooperVision.

A Philippine medical program advertised an eye supplement that claims to heal eye illnesses, but medical experts say otherwise. A video of the now defunct medical program called “Salamat, Dok” (lit., “Thanks, Doc.)  released a segment online that showcases an eye supplement titled ‘Double Care Eye Brain’. It claims to be based on a testimony by a 61-year-old woman. 

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