University Gets $1.9 Million for Glaucoma Detection

"The University of Alabama at Birmingham will use a $1.9 million grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for a glaucoma detection program," reports the Birmingham Business Journal. "The telemedicine program will work with independent optometrists located near two central Alabama Walmart Vision Centers. The program is primarily aimed at detecting glaucoma in African-Americans over age 40, who are among the most likely to develop the disease." Read more.

Maxx Adds 4 Universities to Its Sunglass Line

Maxx HD Sunglasses has released sunglasses with insignias for Michigan State, University of Wyoming, University of Alabama, and the U.S. Air Force Academy. The sunglasses, offered in the Dynasty model, allow customers to express their school spirit. Each line is highlighted with the University’s logo in metal on the arm and is offered in the schools' colors.Read more at Maxxsunglasses.com.