Optician news in brief

A revised version of the Efron Grading Scales for contact lens complications has been published by Johnson & Johnson under the name The Vision Care Institute Clinical Assessment Guide. Originator Professor Nathan Efron welcomed the revisions, which include information on slit-lamp illumination techniques, staining and lid assessment, corneal inflammation and assessment and signs of oxygen deficiency.

Around 350 designer frames and cases have been stolen from an optical practice after burglars broke through a barred window. The thieves took Silhouette, Boz, Gucci, Elle, Ted Baker, Armani and Givenchy branded goods from Colin Lee Opticians in Lichfield, Staffordshire during the weekend of October 15/16. Practices in the area suspiciously offered frames or sunglasses are urged to contact Staffordshire Police officer PC Coleman on 07854 775363, quoting crime reference FR/69384/11.