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November 2023 Update Newsletter

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Health Literacy: Minimal Keratoconus Knowledge

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

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

Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). Individuals born with Down syndrome (DS) face a multitude of health issues. Eye…

Higher Order Aberrations

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?

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

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

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

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

Meet Ash Arellanes, digital content creator and advocate for individuals with keratoconus, from Waynesville, Missouri. She shares her experience with…