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Archive for July, 2007

Free CET Article (Expired): New generation tonometers - Is it time to say goodbye to the Goldmann?

Published July 9th, 2007 by Jane Macnaughton.

C 6484 Priya Dabasia presents a historical evolution of tonometry instrumentation, and provides a basic introduction into newer principles of measurement, discussing the influence that these recent developments will have upon glaucoma screening and management in the future. 
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20 a day – why quit the habit?

Published July 5th, 2007 by Jane Macnaughton.

I do get frustrated when I hear colleagues complaining about their ‘20-a-day’ job in the high street. I have worked in all areas of optometry: hospital, academia, independent, and multiple practice. So, having been around the houses now a few times, which job did I like the most? Which one would I recommend?
Well, […]

The Smoking Ban- A Clinician’s View

Published July 1st, 2007 by Peter Chapman.

The smoking ban in public places in England starts on the 1st July and is part of a government initiative to reduce smoking related diseases. These include respiratory, vascular and malignant conditions.
As optometrists, will we see any clinical effect from the ban?
Smoking has clearly been linked to cataracts. Studies have shown that smokers have up […]


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