Newmedica recognises optometrists’ role in patient care on World Optometry Day

Published on March 23, 2026
World Optometry Day aims to celebrate optometry’s contribution to global health and its ongoing efforts to improve access to eye care worldwide
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Hilco Vision Appoints John Lakey as Interim President and CEO

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MANSFEILD, Mass.—John Lakey has been named interim president and CEO of Hilco Vision, effective immediately, the company announced. Further, the company advised, the board and ownership of Hilco Vision have agreed to accept the resignation of Girisha Chandraraj from his role as president and CEO so that he can pursue other opportunities. Chandraraj was tagged as CEO in September 2024 as VMAIL repo

Study Links Recent Systemic Illnesses to Fall-related Open Globe Injuries

March 24, 2026
Be mindful to advise patients who have a recent history of systemic illness, particularly those managed with systemic medications, of their elevated risk of falls—and hence ocular injury. Photo: Andrew Gurwood, OD. Click image to enlarge. In the general population, falls contribute to 10% of open globe injuries, studies show, but among people over the age of 65, the figure c