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    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.
    Paintball Guns and Ballistic Goggles: A Tactical Combination
    NOV 12, 2020 By Kierstan Boyd
    The number of eye injuries from air guns has skyrocketed in recent years, prompting experts to call for mandatory eye protection.
    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.
    Could Eyedrops Replace Reading Glasses?
    DEC 04, 2019 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.
    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.
    Eye Injuries From Falls Increasing as Population Ages, But Are Often Preventable
    DEC 21, 2018 By Celia Vimont
    A new study finds that hospitalizations of people who had eye trauma rose by 18 percent over 13 years. Most of the increase was due to falls among people over age 65. But there are simple things you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.
    Rare Brain Infection Found in Eye Tissue
    DEC 21, 2018 By Kate Rauch
    New research on a fatal brain infection related to mad cow disease could lead to safe ways to diagnose the infection through the eyes. The findings are also a red flag about the importance of preventing the spread of the infection during eye surgery and other procedures, res…
    Dry Eye Can Affect More Than the Eye
    DEC 19, 2018 By Susanne Medeiros
    Dry eye can significantly lower people's quality of life, a new study says. Some have a hard time performing everyday tasks, while others experience pain and mental health issues.
    Here’s Why People With Diabetes Shouldn’t Skip Eye Appointments
    NOV 30, 2018 By Susanne Medeiros
    Interrupting treatment for diabetic eye disease can result in blindness.
    Did Strabismus Help da Vinci’s Artwork?
    NOV 30, 2018 By Kate Rauch
    After analyzing portraits of the famous Italian painter, researchers believe that artist Leonardo da Vinci had an eye condition called strabismus.
    Retina Scan May Give Early Warning of Alzheimer’s Disease
    SEP 28, 2018 By Kate Rauch
    A new study shows that an eye scan may be a relatively easy, inexpensive way to test for early Alzheimer’s disease.
    Common Eye Conditions Increase Chance of Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis
    SEP 28, 2018 By Kate Rauch
    New research shows an intriguing link between eye health and brain health and could help screen for Alzheimer's disease.
    Mediterranean Diet: Healthy Eating for Healthier Eyes
    SEP 27, 2018 By Kierstan Boyd
    Eating a Mediterranean-inspired diet can reduce your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or having it become more advanced.
    Halloween Hazard: Never Buy Decorative Contact Lenses Without a Prescription
    SEP 14, 2018 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.
    Alcon Voluntarily Withdraws CyPass Glaucoma Treatment Stent
    SEP 05, 2018 By Celia Vimont
    Alcon has announced an immediate, voluntary market withdrawal of its device used to treat some types of glaucoma, called the CyPass Micro-Stent.
    Social Circles Influence When Seniors Get Cataract Surgery
    AUG 31, 2018 By Celia Vimont
    Seniors who have a smaller family support network are less likely to get cataract surgery. And adult children have more influence over an older person’s decision to have cataract surgery than friends, spouses or partners.
    Glaucoma and Neckties: Too Soon to Tell If There Is a Meaningful Connection
    AUG 22, 2018 By Dan T. Gudgel
    A California mayor's proposal to bar workplace necktie requirements has some science behind it. But a glaucoma diagnosis isn’t an automatic excuse to ditch your necktie.
    Artificial Intelligence Trends in Eye Care
    AUG 22, 2018 By Reena Mukamal
    Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more common for screening, diagnosing and helping treat eye conditions. The technology already is used in online search engines, speech recognition tools and other smart devices. Now, AI is showing promise in healthcare.
    No, Blue Light From Your Smartphone Is Not Blinding You
    AUG 20, 2018 By Dan T. Gudgel
    Blue light from electronic screens is not making you blind. A recently released study has been creating both concern in the public and alarmist headlines from news outlets worldwide. But experts are cautioning that the news reports are leaping to unfounded conclusions about…
    New Over-the-Counter Eye-Whitening Drop Hits Store Shelves
    JUL 31, 2018 By Celia Vimont
    New over-the-counter eye whitening drops may have some advantages over older drops, such as Visine, but ophthalmologists caution that any whitening drops can mask symptoms of serious disease.
    Years of Embedded Mascara Found Under Woman’s Eyelid
    JUL 18, 2018 By Beatrice Shelton
    After wearing mascara for 25 years without properly removing it, a woman in Australia discovered a serious problem - mascara buildup under her eyelids.
    Laser Pointers Are Still Not Toys
    JUN 22, 2018 By Dan Gudgel
    A boy from Greece lost much of the vision in one eye after looking directly at the light from a laser pointer several times, according to a report published this month in the New England Journal of Medicine. Unfortunately, this kind of injury is all too common.
    Is Your Laser Pointer Dangerous Enough to Cause Eye Injury?
    JUN 22, 2018 By Ari Soglin
    If a laser with less than five milliwatts of output power is directed at someone's eye, that person can blink or turn away without suffering an eye injury. However, the natural protective mechanisms of the eye – such as the blink reflex – are ineffective against lasers with…
    People with Keratoconus May Be at Increased Risk for Sleep Apnea
    JUN 22, 2018 By Kierstan Boyd
    Researchers have found that people with keratoconus may be 10 to 20 times more likely to suffer from the sleep disorder known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
    Stem Cells May Return Some Vision Lost to Wet AMD
    MAY 22, 2018 By Kate Rauch
    In a small but intriguing study, scientists in England have given blind patients some functional vision, using human embryonic stem cells. Two blind patients regained enough sight to read again after getting stem cell implants in their damaged eyes.
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