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🚨 Just Released: The 2025 Myopia Consensus Statement - Interventions To Slow The Progression Of Myopia. ✅ Global input ✅ Evidence-based strategies ✅ Appendix on emerging technologies 🔗Access Here: wspos.org/myopia-consens… #EyeHealth #MyopiaManagement #Myopia

How are AI, VR, and gene therapy reshaping paediatric eye care? Specialists weigh in on the tools and therapies transforming the way we treat strabismus, amblyopia, and inherited retinal disorders. Via @OphthTimes europe.ophthalmologytimes.com/view/paediatri…

📢Stay Connected with WSPOS We want to ensure you’re getting the most out of your WSPOS membership. Take a moment to update your profile, so you don’t miss important updates, events, and resources. 💻 wspos.org/update-your-me…

When Corneal Nerves Fall Silent - New clinical evidence shows progressive, age‑related loss of corneal sensitivity in aniridia, with function largely preserved in childhood but declining significantly in adulthood. theophthalmologist.com/issues/2026/ar… #Aniridia #Ophthalmology @OphthoMag

This @ESCRSofficial EuroTimes article, examines Swedish experience with the one‑piece acrylic hydrophilic bag‑in‑the‑lens design & highlights promising outcomes in younger infants, suggesting a potential shift in how paediatric cataract cases are managed. escrs.org/channels/eurot…

This @ESCRSofficial EuroTimes article, examines Swedish experience with the one‑piece acrylic hydrophilic bag‑in‑the‑lens design & highlights promising outcomes in younger infants, suggesting a potential shift in how paediatric cataract cases are managed. escrs.org/channels/eurot…

🙏 Huge thanks to our global WSPOS community! We're grateful for the incredible abstract submissions for Subspecialty Day 2026. Your insights make us stronger! Review process starts soon. Excited to see you in London this September! 🌍✨ wspos.org #WSPOS2026

Paediatric Ophthalmology Paper Spotlight - Translational changes: evidence for low-dose atropine and myopia control. A 2025 study by Backhouse, S. et al. Clin.... Recommended by Jagrut Lallu (New Zealand) Read the summary and then access the paper: tinyurl.com/2s4ypbct

Post-operative infection after strabismus surgery is rare but potentially vision-threatening, and requires a structured, stepwise approach. Bansal AA, Sachdeva V, Kekunnaya R. Infection post strabismus surgery: Surv Ophthalmol. 2026 Feb. surveyophthalmol.com/article/S0039-…

Phase 3 results for Epioxa show meaningful improvements in corneal curvature and vision in children with keratoconus, encouraging evidence for managing a condition that often progresses rapidly in youth. 🔗 ophthalmologytimes.com/view/phase-3-d… Via @OphthTimes

FINAL CALL FOR ABSTRACTS - The extended Abstract Submission deadline for the #WSPOS Subspecialty Day, taking place during during the 44th @ESCRSofficial Congress in London is almost here! ⏳ Submissions close this Sunday, 29 March, 23:59 CEST Submit here: wspos.org/wspos-subspeci…

Paediatric Ophthalmology Paper Spotlight - Prevalence of optic pathway glioma in NF1: a systematic review & meta-analysis focused on MRI surveillance. Gkikas M. et al, JAAPOS, 2025 Recommended by C. Cassiman (Belgium) Read the summary & access the paper: tinyurl.com/4282nkz2

⏰ Final days! #WSPOS Subspecialty Day 2026 abstract deadline: 29 March Submissions welcome as: ✔ Free Papers ✔ E-Posters ✔ Videos Submit now → wspos.org

At WSPOS, our ethos"Expertise Resides All Around The World"reflects the strength of our global community. We invite you to share your news, updates, or achievements to feature on our website. Emailadmin@wspos.orgwith the subject line"WSPOS News for Website".

Today is #WorldDownSyndromeDay Up to 60–80% of children with Down syndrome have ocular findings, highlighting the importance of regular eye exams & early care. Today we celebrate inclusion & this year’s theme: “Together Against Loneliness.” worlddownsyndromeday.org @WorldDSDay

📣 ICYMI: Great news - abstract submissions for the 2026 #WSPOS Subspecialty Day in London are still open! The deadline has been extended to Sunday, 29 March. Submit your work as a Free Paper, E-Poster, or Video: 🔗 wspos.org/wspos-subspeci… #Paediatric #Ophthalmology #Strabismus

Paediatric Ophthalmology Paper Spotlight - A novel comparative study of inflammatory cytokines through noninvasive tear analysis in children with myopia versus emmetropia. A 2025 study by Nishanth S. et al, AJO. Recommended by Jyoti Matalia (India). tinyurl.com/w7v4xhdm

📅 #WorldDownSyndromeDay is coming up on 21 March. A global day to celebrate people with Down syndrome and promote inclusion for all. This year’s theme, “#TogetherAgainstLoneliness,” reminds us how important connection and community are. 🔗 worlddownsyndromeday.org @WorldDSDay

📣 More time to submit! The abstract deadline for WSPOS Subspecialty Day 2026 during the 44th Congress of the ESCRS. has been extended to 29 March. Submit your work as a Free Paper, E-Poster, or Video. 🔗 wspos.org #Paediatric #Ophthalmology

Clear, evidence‑based guidance for managing childhood myopia The updated #WSPOS Myopia Consensus Statement brings together the latest research to outline what truly works in slowing myopia progression - Via @ESCRSofficial EuroTimes escrs.org/channels/eurot…

The #WSPOS Subspecialty Day 2026 abstract deadline is almost here! 🎤 Will you be presenting? Not if you don't submit your abstract! 📍 Present in London this September! 🗓️ Submission Deadline: 15th March 🔗 Find out more & submit here: wspos.org/wspos-subspeci… #WSPOS2026