BAUSCH + LOMB INTRODUCES ENHANCED OCUVITE 50+ VITAMIN

Bausch + Lomb has introduced its enhanced Ocuvite Adult 50+ eye vitamin formulation, which includes 30 micrograms of vitamin D—an antioxidant proven to support cell function.

As people age, natural filler in the eyes may weaken, leaving the eyes more vulnerable to daily stressors such as sunlight and screens. According to Bausch + Lomb, Ocuvite Adult 50+ helps replenish key nutrients for eye health—particularly lutein, zeaxanthin, and omega-3. Replacing the currently offered Ocuvite Adult 50+, the enhanced formula works to address the needs of nearly 42% of Americans who experience insufficient levels of vitamin D, a key element in supporting eye health, according to the company. ocuvite.com 

IDOC LAUNCHES FEATURE TO HELP EYECARE PROFESSIONALS UNDERSTAND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE

IDOC has announced a new feature of its Books & Benchmarks service. Integrating bookkeeping, QuickBooks, and payroll, the program generates easy-to-read benchmarking charts on a variety of practice metrics to help eyecare professionals understand their business’s performance versus other independent practices that utilize the service, according to IDOC.

Offered in graphical formats, the data-based benchmarks are generated in real time across categories such as profit and loss, balance sheet metrics, overhead, profitability, and cash management, IDOC shares. idoc.net

EAGLET EYE ANNOUNCES SOFTWARE UPGRADE

Eaglet Eye announced a major global release of the Eye Surface Profiler (ESP) software version PrimeQ. PrimeQ features new First Lens Fit algorithms and DirectConnect from five new labs including PauneVision, Brighten Optix, and Wave.

According to the company, PrimeQ has added analytical analysis functionality to the images acquired that now gives users direct, objective feedback on the key factors in profilometry image acquisition: focus, alignment, and coverage. Eaglet has utilized the “traffic light” approach: the green light signals “go,” the yellow light signals “be careful,” and the red light signals “stop and retake.” eaglet-eye.com 

DRY EYE HELPLINE NOW OPEN TO EYECARE PROFESSIONALS

The Dry Eye Foundation developed the Dry Eye Helpline to assist people who are struggling with the impact of severe dry eye disease. Now, the service is available for optometrists and ophthalmologists to offer as a resource to their patients.

According to the website, the Dry Eye Helpline offers one-on-one counseling sessions, which include listening to patients, providing orientation, assessing needs and setting goals, finding resources, and providing help with appointment preparation. Additionally, the program connects users with support groups.

Eyecare professionals can help spread the word by ordering brochures through the website. dryeyefoundation.org/program-dry-eye-helpline