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06/03/2026

Screens are now part of everyday life, but what could they be doing to long-term vision health?

Experts are increasingly concerned about rising myopia rates, especially among children, as screen time continues to increase and outdoor activity declines. With myopia projected to affect nearly half the world's population by 2050, prevention and early detection have never been more important.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/is-screen-time-fueling-a-vision-crisis

06/02/2026

Georgia is set to make history with the creation of its first College of Optometry.

Backed by $29.8 million in state funding, Georgia Southern University will establish a new College of Optometry aimed at strengthening the eye care workforce and expanding access to vision care across the state, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

The investment represents a major step forward for optometry education, clinical training, and the future of eye care in Georgia.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/georgia-to-launch-first-college-of-optometry

06/01/2026

Singapore’s Primary Eye Care model is offering new insight into how community-based eye care can improve patient access while supporting collaboration between ophthalmologists and optometrists.

A recent study highlighted the importance of referral confidence, professional trust, and patient education in helping integrated eye care systems succeed.

As demand for ophthalmology services continues growing globally, community-focused care models may play an increasingly important role in improving access to vision care.

Read more:
https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/community-based-eye-care-singapore

05/29/2026

Lone Star Family Health Center in Conroe, Texas, is expanding community vision services through a new grant-supported initiative aimed at improving access to eye care for local patients.

Programs like this continue highlighting the growing importance of accessible, community-based vision care and preventative eye health services.

Read more: https://communityimpact.com/houston/conroe-montgomery/health-care/2026/05/21/lone-star-family-health-center-to-add-vision-services-in-conroe-backed-by-grant/

05/28/2026

Could spending more time outdoors help reduce childhood myopia risk?

New research from Spain found that children spending at least seven hours outdoors weekly showed significantly lower myopia rates, while researchers explored CUVAF as a potential new biomarker for objective myopia screening.

The findings continue highlighting the growing relationship between outdoor activity, screen habits, and long-term pediatric eye health.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/could-sunlight-exposure-help-predict-myopia-risk-in-children

05/27/2026

Real-world data is becoming one of the most powerful tools shaping modern ophthalmology, but inconsistent reporting and fragmented healthcare systems continue limiting its full potential.

A new Delphi consensus published in Eye highlights the growing push for standardized real-world data methodologies to improve research quality, clinical decision-making, and long-term patient outcomes across ophthalmology.

As retinal disease management and AI-driven healthcare continue evolving, better data consistency may become critical for the future of evidence-based eye care.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/ophthalmology-real-world-data-standards

05/26/2026

Inclusive education is not just about access. It is about creating systems that help every student succeed.

A recent feature from Indiana University highlights how data, advocacy, and consistent intervention therapies can help improve educational outcomes for students with developmental challenges and special needs.

As conversations around student support continue evolving, evidence-based intervention and early support remain essential parts of building more inclusive learning environments.

Read more: https://news.iu.edu/publichealth/live/news/49802-data-advocacy-and-policy-a-vision-for-inclusive

05/22/2026

Could common medications like Vi**ra and Cialis influence long-term eye health?

New research presented at ARVO found that men taking PDE-5 inhibitors appeared somewhat less likely to develop certain glaucoma-related conditions over time, raising new questions about blood flow, optic nerve health, and the future of glaucoma research.

Researchers caution the findings are still preliminary, but the study highlights how closely vascular health and vision may be connected.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/glaucoma-viagra-cialis-eye-health

05/21/2026

Could migraine treatment eventually influence more than headaches alone?

Emerging research suggests newer CGRP inhibitor therapies may also be associated with lower glaucoma risk, highlighting the growing connection between neurological health, vascular function, and long-term eye health.

While researchers caution that more studies are still needed, the findings offer another reminder that the eyes and brain are far more connected than many people realize.

Read more: https://store.good-lite.com/blogs/news/migraine-treatment-eye-health

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Abby Witmer of the OSU Optometry Class of 2023 on receiving the Good-Lite Pediatric Award, along with the Excellence in Binocular Vision and Pediatrics Award. Good-Lite is proud to support the next generation of eye care professionals advancing pediatric vision care.

Congratulations to Dr. Abby Witmer of the Class of 2023, who received the Good-Lite Pediatric Award and the Excellence in Binocular Vision and Pediatrics Award! Dr. Witmer is pictured with Dr. Cayti McDaniel, Ohio State Optometry’s BVP Service Chief.