SACRAMENTO – The California State Board of Optometry has named Gregory Pruden as its interim executive officer, effective Friday, November 3, 2022. Mr. Pruden has served as Legislative Manager for the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) since August 2017. Mr. Pruden was Legislative Coordinator for the Department of Public Health…
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Eye exams are important — not just for your vision, but also for your overall health This August, observe National Eye Exam Month by making an appointment with a licensed optometrist for a comprehensive eye examination. Optometrists can detect eye abnormalities, correct vision problems, monitor your vision health, and identify…
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Contact a licensed professional for vision-care assistance Cataracts are the world’s leading cause of blindness, but this common condition can be treated with help from a licensed eye-health professional. CAUSES OF CATARACT According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a cataract is a clouding of the lens in your…
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For many K-12 students in California and across the nation, the start of a new school year looks very different–yet very familiar. This school year, classes are being conducted primarily online from home to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. The shift from in-person to online learning requires…
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The California State Board of Optometry warns consumers to only buy cosplay contact lenses with a prescription and from a licensed dealer SACRAMENTO – Costume contact lenses are a fun way to temporarily change your eye color, change your mood for the day, or add that final touch to make…
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There is a lot of truth to the adage: “The Eyes Are the Windows to The Soul.” That’s because our eyes reveal so much about us. They convey when we’re tired, sad, frightened, angry, happy and they can even help determine other potential systemic health issues such as high blood…
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Board elects its second non-optometrist president SACRAMENTO – The California State Board of Optometry elected new board officers for the 2019-2020 term at the board’s August public meeting. Mark Morodomi, Esq., was elected president and succeeds Cyd Brandvein, who served as board president in 2018. Fellow board incumbents Dr. Glenn…
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Everyone wants a new pair of sunglasses to look great, but before settling on that new pair of shades, consumers should consider their eye health and how well those sunglasses protect against the sun’s harmful rays. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), six factors are most important when…
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The California State Board of Optometry announces the appointment of Shara Perkins Murphy as its new executive officer, effective October 31, 2018. Read the press release here.
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Today, 1 in 11 Americans has diabetes. Since 2015, the disease has retained its rank as the 7th leading cause of death in the United States. Here’s a few more facts: It does not discriminate. It affects male and female, young and old, and people of all races, shapes, sizes and socio-economic…