Predicting long-lasting pain from LASIK with tear proteins

byAmerican Chemical SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSurgeons can correct some vision problems by altering the eye so it better focuses light. While these procedures—which include laser p

Updated on: July 10,2024

Predicting long-lasting pain from LASIK with tear proteins

byAmerican Chemical SocietyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSurgeons can correct some vision problems by altering the eye so it better focuses light. While these procedures—which include laser p

Updated on:July 10,2024

Poor vision and falls: A deadly combo for seniors

by Ernie MundellSeniors with vision issues are at much higher risk for dangerous falls, new research confirms.Compared toseniorswith good vision, the odds for a fall rose by 38% for senior

Updated on: March 05,2024

Poor vision and falls: A deadly combo for seniors

by Ernie MundellSeniors with vision issues are at much higher risk for dangerous falls, new research confirms.Compared toseniorswith good vision, the odds for a fall rose by 38% for senior

Updated on:March 05,2024

Stem cell transplants repair macular holes in primate study

byCell PressCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHuman stem cell transplants successfully repaired macular holes in a monkey model,researchers reportOctober 3 in the journalStem Ce

Updated on: October 09,2024

Stem cell transplants repair macular holes in primate study

byCell PressCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHuman stem cell transplants successfully repaired macular holes in a monkey model,researchers reportOctober 3 in the journalStem Ce

Updated on:October 09,2024

Prevalence of uncorrected refractive error 14.6 percent in Black Americans, finds study

by Elana GotkineOverall, 14.6 percent of African Americans aged 40 years and older have uncorrected refractive error (UCRE), according to astudypublished online Feb. 22 inJAMA Ophtha

Updated on: March 05,2024

Prevalence of uncorrected refractive error 14.6 percent in Black Americans, finds study

by Elana GotkineOverall, 14.6 percent of African Americans aged 40 years and older have uncorrected refractive error (UCRE), according to astudypublished online Feb. 22 inJAMA Ophtha

Updated on:March 05,2024

Zebrafish study confirms regenerated photoreceptor cells fully restore vision

by Magdalena Gonciarz, Dresden University of Technology,Dresden University of TechnologyZebrafish photoreceptor cells stimulated with blue light show correct electrical activity. The picture was

Updated on: September 07,2024

Zebrafish study confirms regenerated photoreceptor cells fully restore vision

by Magdalena Gonciarz, Dresden University of Technology,Dresden University of TechnologyZebrafish photoreceptor cells stimulated with blue light show correct electrical activity. The picture was

Updated on:September 07,2024

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study finds

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study findsbyUniversity of BristolCredit:Molecular Therapy(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.ymthe.2025.01.028Older women

Updated on: February 17,2025

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study finds

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study findsbyUniversity of BristolCredit:Molecular Therapy(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.ymthe.2025.01.028Older women

Updated on:February 17,2025

DNA damage is key factor in age-related macular degeneration, study finds

byUniversity of California, IrvineErcc1 deficiency alters retinal structure and increases senescence markers in neural retina. Credit:Aging Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1111/acel.14419A resea

Updated on: December 23,2024

DNA damage is key factor in age-related macular degeneration, study finds

byUniversity of California, IrvineErcc1 deficiency alters retinal structure and increases senescence markers in neural retina. Credit:Aging Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1111/acel.14419A resea

Updated on:December 23,2024

Free eye disease screening program engages high-risk adults

by Elana GotkineA novel free eye disease screening program is engaging adults at high risk for eye disease who are underusing eye care services, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 22

Updated on: September 02,2024

Free eye disease screening program engages high-risk adults

by Elana GotkineA novel free eye disease screening program is engaging adults at high risk for eye disease who are underusing eye care services, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 22

Updated on:September 02,2024

FDA warns of dangerous counterfeit eyedrops

by Dennis ThompsonCertain copycat eyedrops may be contaminated and could give users an antibiotic-resistant eye infection, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Wednesday.The packaging for Sout

Updated on: March 22,2024

FDA warns of dangerous counterfeit eyedrops

by Dennis ThompsonCertain copycat eyedrops may be contaminated and could give users an antibiotic-resistant eye infection, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Wednesday.The packaging for Sout

Updated on:March 22,2024

Machine learning can predict eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy progression

by Lori SolomonAutomated machine learning models may help identify eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR) progression based on ultra-widefield retinal images, according to a study published online

Updated on: March 05,2024

Machine learning can predict eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy progression

by Lori SolomonAutomated machine learning models may help identify eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR) progression based on ultra-widefield retinal images, according to a study published online

Updated on:March 05,2024

AI matches or outperforms human specialists in retina and glaucoma management, study finds

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA large language model (LLM) artificial intelligence (AI) system can match, or in some cases outperform, human ophthalmologists in the

Updated on: March 05,2024

AI matches or outperforms human specialists in retina and glaucoma management, study finds

by The Mount Sinai HospitalCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA large language model (LLM) artificial intelligence (AI) system can match, or in some cases outperform, human ophthalmologists in the

Updated on:March 05,2024

Should my child get contact lenses? Pediatric ophthalmologist offers advice

by Douglas R. Fredrick MD, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor children with poor vision caused by refractive errors (problems with focusing), glasses are often t

Updated on: September 02,2024

Should my child get contact lenses? Pediatric ophthalmologist offers advice

by Douglas R. Fredrick MD, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor children with poor vision caused by refractive errors (problems with focusing), glasses are often t

Updated on:September 02,2024