The St. Louis Post-Dispatch (7/27, Sultan) reports, “One in four children in the US have undetected vision problems which could impair learning, according to the American Optometric Association.” Because “approximately 80 percent of learning comes through a child’s eye,” some experts believe that sending children “to school without good vision could be setting them up for failure or even cause them to be misdiagnosed with a learning disability.” Children who need eyeglasses or contact lenses should be examined annually or as recommended by their optometrist.”
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The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (7/26, Black) reports “a diet rich in all the things that are known to be good for your health also can protect against vision-stealing cataracts,” according to a study in the Archives of Ophthalmology. A University of Wisconsin-Madison “survey of more than 1,800 women,” found that “those whose diets were poor in fruits, vegetables and whole grains had a high risk of developing cataracts.” Separately, a preliminary study in the same journal found “a correlation between high levels of sun exposure combined with the taking of certain medicines,” including antibiotics and anti-depressants, “with cataract formation.” Another study in the same journal “shows a link between smoking and the development of one of the leading causes of blindness, age-related macular degeneration.” MedPage Today (7/26, Walsh) reported that, according to a clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics published online July 26 in the journal Pediatrics, “children younger than five who suffer head trauma or an unexplained life-threatening event should have an ophthalmologic evaluation, particularly if there is suspicion of abuse.” The report suggested that “this ophthalmologic exam should be done, whenever possible, with indirect ophthalmoscopy and pupil dilation, preferably within the first 24 hours of injury, because the ocular findings may be transient.” The report noted that “the range of retinal abnormalities associated with head trauma is wide and can include small, intraretinal hemorrhages confined to the posterior pole to numerous, multilayered hemorrhages extending to the edge of the retina.” This project is inspired by the Giorgio Armani eyewear collections of the Eighties
This project is inspired by the Giorgio Armani eyewear collections of the Eighties. These are more than just reproductions of original models that rediscover the artisan quality of those collections and evoke the spirit of the traditional production methods used to make eyewear in the past. The initiative is also a strategic one, for which the main production lines, typical of those years, have been started up again. The result is a collection of eyewear that maintains a strong identity linked to how it is manufactured. At the time these were modern pieces, and now in a modern way we have rediscovered our roots. These are objects with a refined design, which accompany us in every moment of our lives. Strong choices require a sure taste, because no one forgets a look, and a pair of glasses. “Frames of life” for her “Frames of life” for him VENICE—The Italian Association of Optical Goods Manufacturers (ANFAO) promoted the first National Anti-Counterfeiting Day on July 7 throughout Italy. The event’s primary objective of increasing the awareness of both companies and citizens on the phenomenon of counterfeiting, intending to become a starting point for further initiatives to fight the marketing of fake goods, the organization said. “In Venice, we decided to carry out an important protest demonstration,” explained Tabacchi. “On a floating platform in front of Palazzo Labia, in Campo San Geremia, more than 5,000 pairs of counterfeit glasses were destroyed by a steamroller, together with Murano glass and shoes, all representing the qualitative excellence of goods produced in northeastern Italy. A striking message to say ‘no to knock-offs!’” According to the release, during the first nine months of last year alone, the Guardia di Finanza (the Italian Tax Police) confiscated more than 112 million fake products in Italy, recording a sharp increase in the fashion sector with more than 19.5 million pieces seized. Since industrial and commercial counterfeiting today represents 5 percent to 7 percent of worldwide trade, a release from ANFAO said, the turnover generated by this phenomenon is threatening the national and international economy and its short- and long-term development. In addition to notable economic damage, counterfeit products also constitute a threat for consumer safety. For this reason, Italian eyewear, represented by ANFAO, has long been aware of this phenomenon and for years has been leading the fight against counterfeiting. “Counterfeit sunglasses[and prescription glasses] expose eyes and vision to risks due to non-compliant lenses, and they can also bring on devastating allergic reactions to the skin caused by the materials used to make the frames,” Tabacchi explained. The New York Times (7/4, A1, Louis) reported on its front page, “Lady Gaga’s wider-than-life eyes were most likely generated by a computer, but teenagers and young women nationwide have been copying them with special contact lenses imported from Asia. Known as circle lenses, these are colored contacts…that make the eyes appear larger because they cover not just the iris, as normal lenses do, but also part of the whites.” But, Karen Riley, a spokeswoman for the FDA, said, “Consumers risk significant eye injuries — even blindness’ when they buy contact lenses without a valid prescription or help from an eye professional.” And, Dr. S. Barry Eiden, “an optometrist…who is chairman of the contact lens and cornea section of the American Optometric Association, said that people selling circle lenses online ‘are encouraging the avoidance of professional care.’” Upcoming collections for new season For the new season Silhouette proposes two eyewear collections that are 80% handmade with care by the company’s artisan specialists. Called Metal Look and Metal Twist, these are the collections’ main features: Metal Look Made in exclusive titanium, the new Metal Look collection by Silhouette enhances the charm of pure design without any superfluous elements. The expert combination of highly effective details gives an overall result that is unique: hinge-free modern temples and the lightness of a dynamic, curved design emphasized by vivacious plays of thicknesses and delicate colors. Metal Twist Silhouette eye glasses are available at Fine Eyewear & Eye care, near Avery Ranch and 78717 zip code. For more information, see main website for contact information. www.FineEyewear.Net  MICHAEL, Michael Kors 2609S A growing number of people are seeing the light and finding sunglasses an ideal combination of function and fashion. Research has shown that people today are more aware than ever of the need to protect theireyes from the harmful rays of the sun. To accommodate this trend, the companies that manufacture sunglasses are providing an outstanding selection of countless styles, shapes and colors. A major common misconception about sunwear is that the darker the sun lens the more protection provided. This is not true. Choosing a lighter or darker lens sunglass is simply a matter of personal choice and eye comfort. The real issue is protection from UV (ultra-violet) rays. Always choose sunglasses that offer 100% UV protection. Polarized lenses are a great feature. They are the only lenses that eliminate glare. All other sun lenses simply darken glare. Dolce&Gabbana and the singer together create a line of sunglasses for May launch MILAN - Madonna has teamed up with Italian fashion house Dolce & Gabbana to design a collection of sunglasses. Dolce&Gabbana and Madonna present MDG: the first collection of sunglasses designed by the singer together with stylists Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. The first six models will be launched May 2010. Featuring the MDG logo, the collection will be produced by Luxottica and is Madonna’s debut in the world of eyewear. The singer designed the collection in collaboration with Italy’s most famous designer duo Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana and will also be the face of the MDG advertising campaign. Fifty-one year old Madonna already appears in a campaign for the designers. Bearing the MDG logo, the collection marks Madonna’s first foray into the world of eyewear. She has previously collaborated with high street brand Hennes & Mauritz for a clothing line.  Steve Klein for Dolce & Gabbana “Designing a line of eyewear with Madonna was a new experience for us. We’ve created large, wraparound shapes that are also sexy and very feminine, just like our fashions. Madonna’s creative input was essential, also for the creation of the MDG logo”, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana said. The voyeuristic images metaphorically conjure up the essence of a star like Madonna: she is admired, spied on, adored, pursued, desired, but never totally revealed because of her dark glasses and aura of mystery. Dolce & Gabbana are available at Fine Eyewear & Eye Care near Avery Ranch in Austin, TX 78717. We’re located in the HEB shopping center at Parmer and 1431. You can find more information at www.FineEyewear.Net A comprehensive eye exam looks at many facets of” both eye and overall health. The eyes “hold clues to other events in the body, and the condition of the body affects the eyes. This is important, because some conditions, particularly circulatory issues” and diabetes, may seriously affect vision and the eyes themselves. Often, early signs these diseases will first show up in the eyes. An annual comprehensive eye exam is one of the best early detection methods available. If you want to save money, save it by skipping a dining excursion out on the town, but don’t neglect your eye health. Fine Eyewear & Eyecare is a full service eye care facility specializing in Glaucoma management and early detection of Glaucoma and other systemic problems. Our eye care facility is staffed by an eye doctor and we’re are near Avery Ranch in the 78717 zip code. We’re located in the Heb shopping center at Parmer and 1431. You can find more information at www.FineEyewear.Net |
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