March 5, 2020 Coronavirus: A quick summary for optometrists The coronavirus outbreak is all over the news. Media coverage is saturated, the stock market is plunging from the potential worldwide economic fallout, and with all this continual information there is concern among healthcare providers and their patients. Here’s what you really need to know for your practice and your patients. Learn more Recognize signs and treatments for patients with persistent PSP Patients may experience corneal sensations similar to their eyes feeling dry during the post-operative period. It is not until these symptoms persist past six months does PPSP begin to enter consideration for the clinician. See more   What we know about blue light science and research in 2020 It’s not about the intensity; it’s about the exposure. Length of time on the computer, dilation of the pupil during device use—these factors could make a difference over a lifetime of blue light exposure. See more RELATED ARTICLES   New perspectives and technologies affect glaucoma treatment Top 10 stories for 2019 Know the latest on classifying and referring hypertension Surgical, medical approaches making waves in presbyopia IPL treats rosacea and meibomian gland dysfunction Year in review of optometric advancements   RESOURCE CENTER   New for 2020 and beyond: Dry eye disease agents in pipeline How the blink affects contact lens wear Review clinical highlights of new myopia control lens Fluorometholone acetate: More benefit than meets the eye Use aesthetics to treat lid and periorbital conditions Know the four stages of dry eye blepharitis syndrome