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    Teen Blinded in One Eye By Fireworks
    MAY 17, 2022 By Shirley Dang
    When Jameson Lamb and his friends began lighting fireworks one fourth of July, it all seemed like harmless fun. Little did they know that Jameson would be accidentally shot in the eye with what they thought was an already extinguished Roman candle.
    Early Signs of Heart Disease Appear in the Eyes
    APR 27, 2022 By Reena Mukamal
    Eye doctors may be able to detect signs of heart disease during a comprehensive eye exam, experts say. A new study finds that people with heart disease tend to have retinas marked by evidence of eye stroke.
    Eye Exams May Help Identify Seniors at Risk of Dementia
    APR 25, 2022 By Reena Mukamal
    Eye exams in aging adults may catch more than just vision problems. A new study bolsters evidence that certain types of vision problems may point to an elevated risk of dementia.
    Ophthalmologists are Making a Difference in the Fight Against Climate Change
    APR 22, 2022 By Susanne Medeiros
    Can one person make any sort of meaningful difference in the fight against climate change? This ophthalmologist tackled unnecessary waste in ophthalmic surgery.
    The Delay is the Point: An Ophthalmologist Navigates Abusive Health Insurer. Barely
    MAR 04, 2022 By Brandon Johnson, MD
    Aetna, the nation’s third largest insurer, decided to expand prior authorization for a range of surgeries, beginning July 1, including all cataract surgeries.
    Is ‘COVID Eye’ a Thing?
    JAN 18, 2022 By Susanne Medeiros
    A 9-year-old boy was nearly blinded after developing “COVID eye.” He lost vision in one eye less than a week after testing positive for COVID-19. Physicians said the boy had developed orbital cellulitis. But did COVID cause it?
    Could Eyedrops Replace Reading Glasses?
    JAN 06, 2022 By Reena Mukamal
    More than one-third of Americans have presbyopia, a loss of near vision with age. Most people reach for eyeglasses or specialty contact lenses, but soon patients may have an additional option: topical eye drops.
    The First Alternative to a Monthly Injection for Wet AMD
    JAN 04, 2022 By Reena Mukamal
    There’s a new way to deliver sight-saving treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (wet AMD) and it may make living with the chronic eye condition a lot easier.
    How COVID Increased the Need for Eye Removal
    NOV 04, 2021 By Celia Vimont
    Before the pandemic, most patients with eye cancer were treated with radiation therapy. But delayed diagnoses during COVID drove the need for more eye removals. An ophthalmologist weighs in on early symptoms of eye cancer and when to seek care.
    Air Pollution Can Cause Eye Problems, Study Shows
    NOV 03, 2021 por Vered Hazanchuk
    New research suggests living in a city with poor air quality increases your chance of developing age-related macular degeneration.
    Eye Injuries From Paintball Guns, Air Guns and Other Projectile Toys
    OCT 25, 2021 By Kierstan Boyd, Dan Gudgel
    The number of eye injuries from air guns has skyrocketed in recent years, prompting experts to call for mandatory eye protection. Studies also support what the American Academy of Ophthalmology has said many times: Projectile toys are not safe.
    The Ophthalmologist-Approved Holiday Gift Guide
    OCT 20, 2021 By Vered Hazanchuk
    Running out of gift ideas for the kids? Here is what ophthalmologists are keeping in mind as they put together their own holiday shopping lists.
    Why Is Dry Eye So Difficult to Treat?
    SEP 15, 2021
    Many people with dry eye feel misunderstood and unsatisfied with their treatment, a new survey shows. Here's why treating the disease is so difficult and what ophthalmologists say could help.
    EyeCare America: Healthy Eyes Happy Lives Infographic
    AUG 15, 2021 By Dayle Kern
    Adults ages 65 and older should see their ophthalmologist for a complete eye exam every year or two. Find out why eye exams are so important as you age. Concerned about cost? EyeCare America provides eye care at no cost for eligible seniors.
    Most People Don’t Use Marijuana for Glaucoma, Study Shows
    AUG 03, 2021 By Susanne Medeiros
    A survey of people with glaucoma, ophthalmologists and marijuana dispensaries revealed that few patients rely on marijuana to treat glaucoma and ophthalmologists are hesitant to recommend it.
    New Report: Firework-Related Injuries Exploded in 2020
    JUL 02, 2021 By Susanne Medeiros
    Vanderbilt Eye Institute ophthalmologists already knew that. They treated 11 patients in just four hours on July 4, 2020.
    Halloween Hazard: Never Buy Decorative Contact Lenses Without a Prescription
    JUN 17, 2021 By Dan T. Gudgel
    Just 10 hours after she first put in a pair of colored contact lenses that she’d bought at a souvenir shop, Laura Butler of Parkersburg, W.Va., had "extreme pain in both eyes," she said.
    Casual Wine Drinkers Less Likely to Get Cataracts
    MAR 31, 2021 By Vered Hazanchuk
    Low to moderate wine drinkers are the least likely to develop cataracts compared with nondrinkers and people who drink other types of alcohol, according to new study.
    Eye Injuries Cost the NBA $2.4 Million in Single Season
    MAR 16, 2021 By Susanne Medeiros
    Eye injuries sustained during the 2018-2019 season cost the NBA $2.4 million in lost productivity, based on the salaries of the players injured
    Do People With AMD Have a Higher Risk of COVID Complications?
    MAR 10, 2021 By Reena Mukamal
    Patients with macular degeneration may have an elevated risk of COVID complications and death, a new study suggests. But eye experts caution that more research is needed to understand this risk.
    More NFL Players Wear Visors Than Ever Before
    FEB 05, 2021 By Susanne Medeiros
    Ophthalmology researchers urge the league to take the lead in protecting the eyes of football players across all levels of play.
    Severe Eye Infections Increasing as Opioid Crisis Continues
    FEB 04, 2021 By Reena Mukamal
    Vision-threatening eye infections are on the rise in people with drug addictions, according to a new study. Here's how opioid addiction has contributed to a 400% rise in cases of a rare, dangerous eye infection called endogenous endophthalmitis.
    Lower Your Risk of Macular Degeneration
    JAN 11, 2021 By David Turbert
    Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of severe vision loss among older Americans. Know your risk of AMD and learn how to protect your sight.
    Could Glasses Protect Against COVID-19?
    JAN 07, 2021 By Vered Hazanchuk
    New findings hint that wearing eyeglasses may lower your chances of contracting the coronavirus. But the study is controversial. Here's what eye experts say about eye protection and your risk of COVID-19.
    A Pandemic Is No Time To Ignore Diabetes Care
    DEC 21, 2020 By Susanne Medeiros
    People with diabetes who catch COVID-19 are more likely than others to develop severe illness and die. There are no easy answers as to why. But we do know that the best defense against severe COVID-19 is good diabetes management.
    Toy Guns, Crossbows and Nerf Darts Can Shoot Your Eyes Out
    NOV 12, 2020 By Dan T. Gudgel
    Studies support what the American Academy of Ophthalmology has said many times: Projectile toys are not safe.
    Holiday Gift and Toy Safety Checklist
    NOV 11, 2020 By Beatrice Shelton
    Toys can cause serious eye injuries, even blindness. An estimated 226,100 toy-related injuries were treated in U.S. hospital emergency rooms in 2018, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.The American Academy of Ophthalmology offers tips for selecting safe…
    Exercise May Stave Off Eye Disease, Study Finds
    OCT 16, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    Regular exercise can slim your waistline and lift your mood. Now, a new study suggests that exercise may also guard against eye damage. This could help stave off macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss among people 50 or older.
    First Prescription Fix for Droopy Eyelid
    SEP 17, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    An eyedrop called Upneeq is the first drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration to treat acquired ptosis, a condition where the upper eyelid droops over the eye.
    Pink Eye May Be a Symptom of COVID-19 in Children, New Study Suggests
    AUG 27, 2020 By Vered Hazanchuk
    A new study suggests that children may experience eye-related symptoms of the coronavirus more often than adults.
    Does Red Light Protect Aging Eyes?
    AUG 15, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    Red light therapy is used to calm acne, heal wounds and reduce arthritis. Now, a new study suggests red light may also protect our eyes as we age. But eye experts warn that the practice has not been well studied in humans — so don’t try this at home.
    Don’t Skip Preschool Vision Screens During COVID-19
    JUL 30, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    Vision screenings for young children usually take place during wellness visits to the pediatrician. But with wellness visits declining during the coronavirus pandemic, many children’s eyes may go unchecked. Here's why you shouldn't skip a vision screen.
    Eye Injuries During Protests Are an Emerging Public Health Problem
    JUN 19, 2020 By Susanne Medeiros
    Life-altering eye injuries are an increasingly common result of urban protests and demonstrations. The American Academy of Ophthalmology calls on Congress to address the use of rubber bullets after more than 20 Americans across the country suffered serious eye injuries while…
    Gene Therapy for Blindness May Hold Key to Coronavirus Vaccine
    MAY 14, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    An experimental COVID-19 vaccine called AAVCOVID could end the coronavirus pandemic in record time, experts say. Learn how ophthalmic researchers helped drive this groundbreaking development.
    Study Sizes Up Viagra's Vision Problem
    FEB 25, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    Sildenafil, sold under the brand name Viagra, is considered safe for men with erectile dysfunction. But a new study suggests high doses of Viagra can have lasting effects on vision.
    New Drug Treats Thyroid Eye Disease Without Surgery
    FEB 05, 2020 By Reena Mukamal
    The treatment eliminates eye bulging, vision loss and pain in many patients with TED, experts say.
    Know the Risks of Eyebrow and Eyelash Enhancement
    DEC 11, 2019 By Celia Vimont
    Eyelash and eyebrow tints are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and are illegal in some states. Understand the risks of tinting, tattooing and perming the delicate hair around your eyes.
    Here's How Picky Eating Leads to Vision Loss
    NOV 05, 2019 By Beatrice Shelton
    Fussy eating, strict diets and eating disorders can starve the body of nutrients needed for healthy vision. Here's how one teenager's junk food diet led to permanent blindness.
    Secondhand Smoke Damages Children’s Eyes, New Study Finds
    NOV 05, 2019 By Vered Hazanchuk
    Researchers at the Chinese University of Hong Kong found that children exposed to secondhand smoke had a significantly thinner choroid, or dense network of blood vessels, than unexposed children.
    What Does CRISPR Gene Editing Mean for Eye Care?
    OCT 31, 2019 By Celia Vimont
    CRISPR is a new kind of genetic engineering that allows scientists to edit DNA to potentially repair genetic defects or use genetically modified human cells as therapies. Ophthalmologists are not yet using CRISPR to treat eye diseases. But scientists hope it could one day st…
    Proposed Cigarette Labels Illustrate Risks of Smoking, Including Blindness
    AUG 26, 2019 By Vered Hazanchuk
    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently proposed new warning labels to illustrate the risks of smoking, including blindness.
    Artificial Intelligence Can Support Ophthalmologists, Not Replace Them
    MAY 09, 2019 By Reena Mukamal
    A new study published in the April edition of Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, found that when it comes to diagnosing diabetic retinopathy, physicians and artificial intelligence (AI) systems working together are more effective than either…
    How Did James Harden Get a Bruised Retina?
    MAY 09, 2019 By Beatrice Shelton
    Houston Rockets' star, James Harden, suffered a bruised retina in both eyes during the NBA playoffs. But what exactly is a bruised retina?
    Stem Cell Treatment for Dry AMD Moves Closer to Human Trials
    APR 26, 2019 By Celia Vimont
    A new treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has shown promise in an animal study. Researchers hope the treatment, which involves using a patient's own stem cells to replace lost retina cells, will soon be tested in humans.
    Eye-Opening Study: Relationship Between Glaucoma and Poor Sleep
    APR 10, 2019 By Kierstan Boyd
    A survey-based study of more than 6000 adults over age 40 found an association between having glaucoma and having various sleep problems.
    Fixing Seniors' Vision May Improve Long-Term Brain Health
    FEB 26, 2019 By Celia Vimont
    A recent study from England has found that people who have had cataract surgery have better mental function in later life. The report joins a growing body of research that suggests that taking care of vision has benefits for older adults beyond just improving sight.
    Mindfulness Meditation May Help Fight Glaucoma
    FEB 12, 2019 By Celia Vimont
    A new study suggests that mindfulness meditation may help lower eye pressure in glaucoma patients and improve quality of life by lowering stress hormones. Patients who participated in meditation had lower eye pressure, a significant reduction in stress-related chemicals and…
    Show Your Eyes Some Love This Valentine’s Day, With Dark Chocolate
    FEB 12, 2019 By Susanne Medeiros
    Recent research suggests that dark chocolate can sharpen your vision, at least temporarily. Eating cocoa can enhanced availability of oxygen and nutrients to the blood vessels of the eye and brain, sharpening vision.
    CBD Oil May Worsen Glaucoma
    FEB 05, 2019 By Beatrice Shelton
    A new study suggests that CBD doesn’t lower eye pressure; it raises it. High eye pressure is the primary risk factor for glaucoma, one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States.
    Ophthalmologist Takes the Fight Against Blindness to Big City Streets
    JAN 14, 2019 By Beatrice Shelton
    Ophthalmologist Lama Al-Aswad, MD, MPH, is showing that telehealth programs can reduce blindness among the most vulnerable populations living in America's big cities.
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