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Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Mobile Eye Clinic Newsletter #17





Obama recognises optical innovator
Professor Gholam Peyman received an award from the US president for his extensive work in vision. Peyman developed new technology for easier treatment of Glaucoma patients, among many other things. More…
Privacy Visor in action
New 'Privacy Visor' in development
The future is now here with glasses that can stop cameras from seeing your face. The visor emits UV rays that block critical areas of the face that are used in Facial Recognition Software, without hindering the vision of the wearer. Full story here.
Ultem Frames bent to the max.
New Mars Fashion Ultem Frames
- Super light & flexible with strength
- Very high heat & flame resistance
- Exceptional resistance to
environmental forces
- Complementing calming neutrals
with bright colours for perfect
harmony
- See it for yourself! Video.



Mobile Eye Clinic Newsletter #16





Regular Aspirin use linked to AMD
"Regular aspirin use was significantly associated with an increased incidence of neovascular AMD" states new research by Sydney University scientists. Others note that more research needs to be conducted before any changes are implemented.
More info here.




Boy in crazy glassesHigher road toll for elderly
Over 60 year old's are the only age group that have not decreased their road deaths over the past five years. "People think they are as capable in their 60s as they were in their 20s" says John Hartley of the NSW Police. Full story here

We encourage elderly drivers to ensure their eyesight won't fail them on the road, by taking regular optometrist check-ups as they get older.


Find the right glasses for you!
Glasses become a part of your fashion style, so it's important to choose wisely. But physical comfort should be first priority.
Read article here.