Lens (anatomy)

Global Eyewear Market Report 2022: Surge in Childhood Visual Impairment Bolsters Growth

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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By End User: The women end user segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • By End User: The women end user segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.
  • By Distribution Channel: The online store distribution channel segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.
  • By Geography: Europe accounted for the largest market share in 2021 within the total Global Eyewear Market.
  • Europe has the largest eyeglass market, making up the bulk of the global market.

Global Eyewear Market Report 2022: Increasing Adoption of Luxury Accessories Among Millennials Bolsters Sector - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, January 6, 2023
Health, Optical, Growth, Computer vision syndrome, Attention, Geography, Dry, Incidence, Woman, CVS, Distribution, Lens (anatomy), Market share, Irritation, Optometry, Online shopping

By End User: The women end user segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.

Key Points: 
  • By End User: The women end user segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.
  • By Distribution Channel: The online store distribution channel segment held the largest share of the Global Eyewear Market in 2021.
  • By Geography: Europe accounted for the largest market share in 2021 within the total Global Eyewear Market.
  • Europe has the largest eyeglass market, making up the bulk of the global market.

Alcon Introduces a Premium, Reusable Toric Lens with Launch of TOTAL30 for Astigmatism

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Thursday, January 5, 2023
Optical, Health, Medical Supplies, Medical Devices, Lens, Bacteria, Water, Patient, NYSE, Lens (anatomy), Eye, Dry, Telescopic sight, Astigmatism, Alcon

Alcon (SIX/NYSE: ALC), the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, today announced plans to launch TOTAL30® for Astigmatism, the first-and-only reusable contact lens with Water Gradient material for astigmatic contact lens wearers.

Key Points: 
  • Alcon (SIX/NYSE: ALC), the global leader in eye care dedicated to helping people see brilliantly, today announced plans to launch TOTAL30® for Astigmatism, the first-and-only reusable contact lens with Water Gradient material for astigmatic contact lens wearers.
  • “Given astigmatic contact lens wearers are more likely to experience dryness and discomfort, we designed TOTAL30 for Astigmatism to bring reusable astigmatic lens wearers total comfort3 and proven stability3,4 for exceptional lens performance,” said Ian Bell, President of Global Business & Innovation at Alcon.
  • CELLIGENT helps resist bacteria and lipid deposits for a clean lens all month long.4,8-11
    “TOTAL30 has been my go-to lens for patients who prefer reusable lenses.
  • * “While many reusable contact lens wearers think some discomfort is the norm, reusable toric lens wearers can now experience the excellent comfort of TOTAL30 for Astigmatism.” 3,7
    This is the third lens Alcon has introduced over the past 24 months for the fast-growing toric lens category, including two daily disposable lenses: DAILIES TOTAL1 for Astigmatism and PRECISION1® for Astigmatism.

KITS Eyecare to Present at the 25th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 12, 2023

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Wednesday, January 4, 2023
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(TSX: KITS) ("KITS" or the "Company"), Canada's leading, vertically integrated eyecare platform, will be presenting at the 25th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 12, 2023, at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York, NY.

Key Points: 
  • (TSX: KITS) ("KITS" or the "Company"), Canada's leading, vertically integrated eyecare platform, will be presenting at the 25th Annual Needham Growth Conference on January 12, 2023, at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel in New York, NY.
  • Roger Hardy, co-founder and CEO, and Joseph Thompson, co-founder and COO, are scheduled to present on Thursday, January 12, 2023, at 12:45 p.m. Eastern time, with one-on-one meetings held throughout the event.
  • To receive additional information, request an invitation or to schedule a one-on-one meeting, please contact your Needham representative or KITS' investor relations team at [email protected] .
  • KITS is Canada's fastest growing, digital eyecare brand providing eyewear for eyes everywhere.

STAAR Surgical CEO Caren Mason to Retire; Tom Frinzi Appointed New CEO

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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STAAR’s Board of Directors has appointed ophthalmic industry executive Thomas “Tom” G. Frinzi, current Board Chair of STAAR, to serve as President and CEO, effective January 1, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • STAAR’s Board of Directors has appointed ophthalmic industry executive Thomas “Tom” G. Frinzi, current Board Chair of STAAR, to serve as President and CEO, effective January 1, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221219005204/en/
    Ophthalmic industry executive Tom Frinzi has been appointed President & CEO of STAAR Surgical, effective January 1, 2023.
  • Prior to joining STAAR, Ms. Mason served as CEO and in other senior executive roles at numerous innovative healthcare, life sciences, diagnostic technology, and medical device companies.
  • “Serving as CEO of STAAR Surgical has been the highlight of my career,” said Ms. Mason.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Easy Access Contact Lens (HOF-282)

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Friday, December 30, 2022
DEPT, Lens (anatomy), Eye, Sale, Multimedia, Telescopic sight

The patent-pending invention eliminates lens from being stored where it could get lost or be difficult to locate.

Key Points: 
  • The patent-pending invention eliminates lens from being stored where it could get lost or be difficult to locate.
  • Contact lens can be easily accessed to be quickly and easily be inserted.
  • The original design was submitted to the Houston sales office of InventHelp.
  • 21-HOF-282, InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Bausch + Lomb Amends CEO Separation Agreement

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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The Amended Separation Agreement also made certain changes to Mr. Papa's compensation in connection with his separation from the Company.

Key Points: 
  • The Amended Separation Agreement also made certain changes to Mr. Papa's compensation in connection with his separation from the Company.
  • Bausch + Lomb is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world – from the moment of birth through every phase of life.
  • Founded in 1853, Bausch + Lomb has a significant global research and development, manufacturing and commercial footprint with more than 12,000 employees and a presence in nearly 100 countries.
  • Bausch + Lomb is headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario with corporate offices in Bridgewater, New Jersey.

KITS Eyecare Certified as a Great Place to Work for Second Consecutive Year

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Monday, December 19, 2022
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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 19, 2022 /CNW/ - KITS Eyecare Ltd. (TSX: KITS) ("KITS" or the "Company"), Canada's leading, vertically integrated eyecare platform is proud to announce that it has become Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the second year in a row.

Key Points: 
  • VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 19, 2022 /CNW/ - KITS Eyecare Ltd. (TSX: KITS) ("KITS" or the "Company"), Canada's leading, vertically integrated eyecare platform is proud to announce that it has become Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the second year in a row.
  • "A heartfelt thank you to all of our teammates at KITS," said Roger Hardy, CEO of KITS Eyecare.
  • Without you, KITS would not be a Great Place to Work."
  • Great Place to Work provides the benchmarks, framework, and expertise needed to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures.

FTC Proposes Updating Eyeglass Rule to Require Prescribers to Get Signed Confirmation When Providing a Prescription to Their Patients

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Friday, December 16, 2022
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To remedy that and enforce the law we are proposing that prescribers now get a signed confirmation when they release prescriptions to their patients.

Key Points: 
  • To remedy that and enforce the law we are proposing that prescribers now get a signed confirmation when they release prescriptions to their patients.
  • Under the rule, prescribers also cannot require that patients buy eyeglasses as a condition of providing them with a copy of their prescription, place a liability waiver on the prescription, require patients to sign a waiver, or require patients to pay an additional fee in exchange for a copy of their prescription.
  • Prescribers further cannot refuse to perform an eye exam unless the patient buys eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other ophthalmic goods from them.
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FTC Proposes Updating Eyeglass Rule to Require Prescribers to Get Signed Confirmation When Providing a Prescription to Their Patients

Retrieved on: 
Friday, December 16, 2022
Consumer, Social media, Lens (anatomy), Contact lens, Consumer protection, Ophthalmic, Contact, Federal Register, Blog, Glasses, Patient, Federal Trade Commission, FTC, Prescription, Commission, News, Ophthalmology, Processor register, California Naloxone Requirement Bill, Insurance, Bureau, Health insurance, Pharmaceutical industry, Dietary supplement

To remedy that and enforce the law we are proposing that prescribers now get a signed confirmation when they release prescriptions to their patients.

Key Points: 
  • To remedy that and enforce the law we are proposing that prescribers now get a signed confirmation when they release prescriptions to their patients.
  • Under the rule, prescribers also cannot require that patients buy eyeglasses as a condition of providing them with a copy of their prescription, place a liability waiver on the prescription, require patients to sign a waiver, or require patients to pay an additional fee in exchange for a copy of their prescription.
  • Prescribers further cannot refuse to perform an eye exam unless the patient buys eyeglasses, contact lenses, or other ophthalmic goods from them.
  • Follow the FTC on social media, read consumer alerts and the business blog, and sign up to get the latest FTC news and alerts.