Brain & Eye Connection

https://www.fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-warns-consumers-not-purchase-or-use-certain-eye-drops-several-major-brands-due-risk-eye

CDER Alert FDA warns consumers not to purchase or use certain eye drops from several major brands due to risk of eye infection

Nationwide Recall Of Tainted Eye Drops Growing
The Hill Share to FacebookShare to Twitter (8/30, Tanner ) reports, “A nationwide recall of tainted eye drops is growing after bacterial and fungal contamination were found in sample tests, according to the” FDA. Currently, “Dr. Berne’s Whole Health Products is... voluntarily recalling Share to FacebookShare to
Twitter all lots of the company’s MSM Drops 5% Solution, 15% Solution, Organic Castor Oil Eye Drops and MSM Mist 15% Solution.” On Aug. 22, the agency “announced in a statement that tests of Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5% Solution detected bacterial and fungal contamination,” which “could cause the loss of vision or a life-threatening infection.”

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https://www.cnn.com/2023/05/19/health/ezricare-eye-drops-recall-update/index.html

Another death, more cases of vision loss linked to contaminated eye drops, CDC reports | CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting an additional death and six more cases of vision loss linked to infections from eye drops recalled due to bacterial contamination.

We are currently looking for part-time Optometrist for 2 days a week in South OKC. Call 405-703-3163.

MRI and PET findings could guide treatment of lingering concussion symptoms Abnormalities of the thalamus could be to blame for persistent symptoms in the months following a concussion, according to new research.

Looking Through Rose-Colored Glasses 👓
Let’s take a look at how tints play an important role in treating brain injury.

"Photophobia is common following an acquired brain injury (ABI). It is not rare for patients to wear sunglasses both indoors and outside following their injury. We have even seen some patients present with sunglasses, a hat and a hoodie pulled over their heads. As with other symptoms related to ABI, the level of photophobia varies with the severity of the injury.
We can help these patients quite quickly and easily through the use of tints. This intervention can be added to a standard pair of glasses or prescribed as a fit-over on top of glasses or contact lenses. Researchers studied 51 concussed patients, 76% of whom complained of photophobia. Of those patients with photophobia, 85% were successfully treated with tints.2 In our experience at Southern College of Optometry (SCO) in the Vision Therapy & Rehabilitation Service, we can boast of similar treatment results. Here, we will present a case of successful treatment of ABI-related photophobia."

Read more in the latest Focus on Refraction column: https://www.reviewofoptometry.com/article/looking-through-rosecolored-glasses

BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS

Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)/concussion is an all-encompassing/umbrella term for damage to the brain that occurs after birth. Typically this damage is sudden, non-progressive, non-degenerative, and leads to abnormalities in neurological processing. These neurological changes can adversely affect the way a person functions in their activities of daily living, i.e., thought process, emotional behavior, speech ability, and physical changes such as impaired motor function, problems with a person’s visual system.

Learn More Here: https://www.covd.org/page/braininjury

Find a Developmental Optometrist Here: https://locate.covd.org/

https://automaton-media.com/en/news/20220905-15414/

A video game that can assist in early detection of glaucoma developed by Japanese university - AUTOMATON WEST Meteor Blaster is a mobile game that can assist in the early detection of glaucoma. A demo version is currently available as a browser game for iOS and Android.

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I saw the dog first

https://bigthink.com/the-future/augmented-reality-ar-milestone-wearable-contacts/

Huge milestone as human subject wears augmented reality contact lens for first time For the first time, an augmented reality contact lens was worn on the eye of a human subject. It has about 30x the pixel density of an iPhone.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.sciencealert.com/retina-recordings-could-be-used-to-identify-adhd-and-asd/amp

Scientists Detect Intriguing Differences in The Eyes of Children With Autism And ADHD When it comes to neurodevelopmental conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), the earlier and more accurate the diagnosis the better – it means more time for treatment and symptom management

https://www.optometrytimes.com/view/battery-free-smart-contact-lens-delivers-glaucoma-drugs

Battery-free, smart contact lens delivers glaucoma drugs Investigators from the Sun Yay-Sen University in Guangzhou have created a theranostic device that targets sensing rising fluid pressures within the eye to automatically deliver medication for a glaucoma patient.

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/the-minds-eye-pupil-size-may-be-indicator-of-aphantasia

First physiological evidence of aphantasia found in the eye's pupil Scientists have found a new method to measure people's mental imagery abilities, offering insight into "aphantasia", the condition of not being able to visualize images in the mind.

Brain & Eye Connection is currently seeking applicants for Full-time Vision Therapist(s). to join our team. You would be responsible for:
• Providing energetic, warm and caring interactions with patients and their families
• Assisting the doctors, administrative team, and fellow therapists to ensure efficiency and productivity
• Patient testing, interpretation/grading
• Maintaining monthly vision therapy inventory and annual inventory
• Assist with online vision therapy program
• Maintain Vision Therapy Schedule
• Support of the doctor and staff where needed

This is an entry-level position; therapy training is appreciated but not required. Brain & Eye Connection Vision Clinic will train our vision therapists to meet our high level of treatment standards.
Strong candidates are:
• Devoted to continued education and interest in visual development
• Able to build a one-on-one rapport with patients
• Possess a patient-focused mindset with a friendly and outgoing personality
• Able to work in a team environment with oversight from doctors and teammates
• Have a basic knowledge of computer software (e.g. updating and maintaining tracking spreadsheets)
If this sounds like a good fit for you, send your resume to [email protected].

https://www.aoa.org/news/clinical-eye-care/diseases-and-conditions/new-discoveries-aid-understanding-of-the-visual-system?sso=y

New discoveries aid understanding of the visual system Timothy Plageman Jr., Ph.D., associate professor at The Ohio State University College of Optometry, is the recipient of the AOA’s Investigator Initiated Research Award. This award is intended to support innovative, independent research relative to the continuum of eye and vision care.

https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/06/well/live/vision-loss-brain-health.html?smid=url-share

How Vision Loss Can Affect the Brain A growing body of evidence suggests that when older people’s brains have to work harder to see, declines in language, memory, attention and more could follow.

As an eye doctor, I just couldn't pass up an opportunity to share this photo. Too Funny!!! - Dr. Carolanne Roach