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This section offers news briefs related to optical trade in Great Britain. Hospitals Case Medical Center and Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in the U.S. have been awarded a $2.4m grant to study corneal infections associated with contact lens wear. Black people treated for glaucoma have an increased chance of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to the Barbados Eye Studies. The British arm of the American Association of Optometry has launched a programme of continuing professional development.

Cites the market opportunities offered by the baby boomer generation in the U.S. to optical companies in Great Britain. Findings of the report "The Glasses and Contact Lenses Market--2003," from Mintel company; Predicted price increase between 2003 and 2008.