March 29, 2019

High calcium intake does not appear to increase the risk of age-related macular degeneration, per a new study that provokingly found an opposite association—at least in women. Read more >

March 28, 2019

Arkansas doctors of optometry now can perform necessary eye health and sight-saving procedures, including lasers, injections, and lumps and bumps removal. Read more >

March 28, 2019

As Optometry’s Meeting® 2019 in St. Louis, June 19-23, nears, familiarize yourself with the incumbents and newcomers seeking to represent members on the AOA Board of Trustees. Read more >

March 27, 2019

Millions of Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, with millions yet to be diagnosed. The AOA has long recognized that optometry has a role in the care of patients with diabetes. However, it’s moving more aggressively to demonstrate that optometry can make an even greater impact on diabetes care. Read more >

March 25, 2019

According to the CDC, millions of visits annually to hospital emergency rooms relate to traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) whether from falls, car accidents and intentional or unintentional blows. Tragically, the CDC reports, about 150 people a day die from injuries that include TBIs. Read more >

March 21, 2019

Individuals whose personal information was stored in NBEO databases on or before Nov. 15, 2018, could be eligible for financial relief stemming from an alleged data breach in June 2016. Here’s what you need to know. Read more >