NKCF News Health Literacy: Minimal Keratoconus Knowledge 1 week ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024) A few years ago, Update presented results of research conducted in Switzerland in 2019-2020.… Contact Lenses after Corneal Transplant 2 weeks ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). One mistaken belief by many with keratoconus is that a corneal transplant will… KC and Down syndrome: More Research Needed 4 weeks ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). Individuals born with Down syndrome (DS) face a multitude of health issues. Eye… Higher Order Aberrations 1 month ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024) An HOA isn't just a Homeowner's Association When you look at a stoplight… What’s the Difference? Confused about Optometrists and Ophthalmologists? 1 month ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). Optometrists and ophthalmologists are two different kinds of eye care professionals with different… T-PHAM’s BIG LEAGUE impact on KC 2 months ago Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). A huge thank you to NKCF Ambassador and MLB outfielder Tommy Pham, who pledged… World KC Day Wrap-up: Keratoconus & Me Photo Contest 2 months ago NKCF, along with patient advocacy organizations in the UK, Barbados and Australia hosted a photo contest to celebrate World KC… Risky Behavior: Contact Lens Care 2 months ago A 2018 survey of contact lens wearers asked what coaching they received from their eye doctors concerning contact lens hygiene.… In My Own Words: Ash Arellanes 2 months ago Meet Ash Arellanes, digital content creator and advocate for individuals with keratoconus, from Waynesville, Missouri. She shares her experience with… Is the Athens Protocol the Next Step in Keratoconus Treatment? 2 months ago Originally published in NKCF Update (November 2023). Consider advances in treatment of KC over the past decade. Ten years ago,… Next»