Vitreo-Retina Society of the Philippines

- so want you to be well-informed about Mpox! We hope these points from our colleague-experts of the Philippine Cornea Society will be helpful!

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👁️ Mpox and the Eye 👁️

Did you know that ocular involvement occurs in 1-5% of mpox cases? Here's what you should look out for:

🔍 Conjunctivitis: 17%
🔍 Blepharitis: 30%
🔍 Keratitis: 7.5%
🔍 Lymphadenopathy: 71%
🔍 Corneal Ulcer: 4%
🔍 Periocular Rash: 25%

Management Tips:
✅ Aggressive lubrication
🧼 Practice good hand hygiene
💊 Consider prophylactic antibiotics

Stay informed and protect your eyes!

A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

Join us at the VRSP 25th Anniversary Retina Symposium for informative and stimulating sessions presented by acclaimed international retina experts.

Limited seats available. Register now at pao2024.com to secure your spot.

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SMOKING AND VA**NG CAN DAMAGE YOUR EYES

Smoking can damage important parts of your eyes such as the retina, lens and macula, which are necessary for maintaining clear eyesight and vision. This damage can make your vision cloudy, reduce your field of vision, or even cause blindness. Smoking increases your risk for cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, optic nerve problems, uveitis, and Graves’ disease.

On the other hand, a 2023 study published in the peer-reviewed journal JAMA Ophthalmology showed that adolescents and young adults who smoked and vaped (dual users) were more likely to report vision problems including dryness, redness, pain, blurry vision, light sensitivity, and headaches. Eye symptoms were significantly worse among young people who reported using both ci******es and vapes than for those who said they used only one of the products, according to researchers.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.

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A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Sources:
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/smokers
https://www.fda.gov/tobacco-products/health-effects-tobacco-use/how-smoking-can-contribute-vision-loss-and-blindness
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/996029

SHOWCASE YOUR DAY, Retina Fellows!

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Deadline for orders extended until July 15, 2024!!

Support the VRSP 25th Anniversary Fundraising Activity for the benefit of the VRSP Mulat Mata DR Screening Program.

Purchasing this LIMITED EDITION VRSP apparel with SOC+ion Silvadur antimicrobial Technology, will help the Mulat Mata Program continue to make an impact in reducing the incidence of blindness due to diabetic retinopathy.

✅ breathable
✅ moisture-wicking
✅ wrinkle-resistant
✅ anti-microbial
✅ 4-way stretch

Your donation will support the diabetic retinopathy screening in underserved communities.

Visit http://bit.ly/VRSP-ScrubsForACause to order your VRSP 25th Anniversary Scrubs!

Expanded size options are now available!

Thank you for your contribution!

- and our work against and blindness continues! See you in our next screening activity this July 27; our generous and esteemed hosts/partners will be colleagues, public servants, and leader from LA TRINIDAD, BENGUET!

🔗 Please register at the given link 👇 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe22XGOKH-o-1lLtRL8jT40g6kVFhBMLfn1Tv9p5Z08eNLRMA/viewform?usp=sharing

The Vitreo – Retina Society of the Philippines (VRSP), a component society of the Philippine Academy of the Opthalmology in coordination with the Local Government of La Trinidad thru the Municipal Health Services Office is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. In celebration, they will be conducting a Diabetic Retinopathy Screening activity participated mostly by local ophthalmologist and retina specialists. With the purpose of reducing blindness incidence due to diabetic retinopathy.

WHAT: "MULAT MATA" DIABETIC RETINOPATHY SCREENING
WHO: 400 clients diagnosed with Diabetes
WHEN: July 27, 2024 (Saturday) 8:00am – 3:00pm
WHERE: 3rd Floor, Puguis Rural Health Unit

🔗 Please register at the given link 👇 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe22XGOKH-o-1lLtRL8jT40g6kVFhBMLfn1Tv9p5Z08eNLRMA/viewform?usp=sharing

Mayor's Office - La Trinidad
Provincial DOH Office - Benguet
Benguet Provincial Health Office




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Scrubs for a cause, TWO DESIGNS available!

Support the VRSP 25th Anniversary Fundraising Activity for the benefit of the VRSP Mulat Mata DR Screening Program!

Purchasing this *LIMITED EDITION VRSP apparel with SOC+ion Silavadur antimicrobial Technology,* will help the Mulat Mata Program continue to make an impact in reducing the incidence of blindness due to diabetic retinopathy.

✅ breathable
✅ moisture-wickinh
✅ wrinkle-resistant
✅ anti-microbial
✅ 4-way stretch

Your donation will support the diabetic retinopathy screening mission in La Trinidad, Benguet.

Visit http://bit.ly/VRSP-ScrubsForACause to order your VRSP 25th Anniversary Scrubs!

Thank you for your contribution!

Orders will be accepted until June 30, 2024.

SCRUBS FOR A CAUSE! 💙👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️💛
Support the VRSP 25th Anniversary Fundraising Activity for the benefit of the VRSP Mulat Mata DR Screening Program.

Purchasing this LIMITED EDITION VRSP apparel will help the Mulat Mata Program continue to make an impact in reducing the incidence of blindness due to diabetic retinopathy.

Your donation will support the diabetic retinopathy screening mission in La Trinidad, Benguet.

Visit http://bit.ly/VRSP-ScrubsForACause to order your VRSP 25th Anniversary Scrubs!

Thank you for your contribution!

Orders will be accepted until June 30, 2024.

It will truly be a December season ahead, VRSP members!

Earn raffle points by joining our VRSP 25th activities throughout the year. We will draw the raffle prize at the Gala night. The more points earned, the more chances of winning!

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Source: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/smokers

SMOKING AND VA**NG CAN WORSEN DIABETIC RETINOPATHY

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) is one of the many complications of diabetes. It is caused by high blood sugar levels that damage the blood vessels in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.

In its early stages, DR may not have symptoms. As the condition progresses, symptoms may include spots or dark strings floating in your vision (floaters), blurred vision, fluctuating vision, dark or empty areas in your vision; and vision loss.

People with diabetes who smoke are at increased risk of developing DR. Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.

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A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/smokers