Transitions Optical challenges consumers to test their Eye-Q with new online quiz

Transitions Optical, Inc. is challenging consumers to put their eye health knowledge to the test through a new, interactive quiz found at TestYourEyeQ.com. Supported by the Transitions Cultural Connections™ program, the quiz explores the eye health risks more commonly faced by culturally diverse groups and urges those who are at risk to take charge of their eye health by scheduling regular eye exams and wearing the right eyewear to protect and enhance their vision.

ABB Optical Group now authorized Rose K manufacturer

ABB Optical Group has been the largest distributor of Rose K lenses over the past 15 years and has become an authorized manufacturer of the complete line of Rose K lenses, including the new Rose K2 XL.

Younger Optics releases Adage Trilogy short corridor progressive lenses in clear Trivex

Adage, the short corridor progressive lenses with wide and balanced near and distance zones, are now available in clear Trilogy®, the impact resistant material with superior optical quality.

SynergEyes to modernize, streamline policies and procedures for lenses

SynergEyes, Inc., manufacturer and marketer of the Duette and UltraHealth families of contact lenses, has announced that it will modernizing its policies for ordering and returning lenses.

Gulden’s announces new user-friendly EZ View prism bars

Gulden Ophthalmics, the company that invented the prism bar 75 years ago, has created the new EZ View™ Prism Bar that offers advantages for both the eye care professional and patient.

Alden expands Astera parameters

Alden Optical, a manufacturer of custom made-to-order soft and gas permeable contact lenses announced today that it has expanded the parameter range of Astera Multifocal Toric.

Transitions Optical introduces updated Multicultural Resources Catalogue

Transitions Optical, Inc. recently updated its popular Multicultural Resources Catalogue with new information and tools to better connect eye care professionals with their culturally diverse patients.

New resources for 2013 include American Board of Opticianry (ABO)-accredited education courses, a series of best practice videocasts, and a Multicultural Initiative Report from Transitions Optical.

J&J seeks UV research proposals

Johnson & Johnson Vision Care, Inc. (JJVCI) is now accepting research proposals related to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and the human eye. Specific areas of interest include the following topics:

Menicon introduces Unique pH travel pack

Menicon Unique pH Travel Pack

Menicon America Inc., announced today that Unique pH® is now available in a convenient travel size designed to meet TSA guidelines for carrying liquids on board aircraft. The Menicon Unique pH Travel Pack contains a two-fluid ounce (60 mL) bottle of Unique pH and lens case.

The Travel Pack features a new bottle incorporating the latest in Blow-Fill-Seal technology—widely considered to be a superior form of packaging for pharmaceutical and health care products.

The bottle’s dropper tip is sealed providing an extra measure of safety while also preventing unopened bottles from accidentally leaking in transit. Screwing the cap clockwise as far as it will go pierces its seal. Unscrew conventionally in the counter clockwise direction.

ABB Optical Group enhances patient retention program for annual supplies

ABB OPTICAL GROUP has enhanced their Patient Retention Program by adding two new annual supply sales aids to help their customers add value to their practice by driving more annual supply sales of soft contact lenses. These improved personalized communication tools help practices retain their patients by illustrating the value of purchasing an annual supply through their trusted eye care professional.