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Does digital eyestrain cause lasting damage? Should your child use reading glasses or computer glasses? As kids go back to school this month, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is arming parents with the facts about the potential harm from looking at digital screens.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology today announced the launch of Ophthalmology® Glaucoma, a new scientific journal focused exclusively on glaucoma.

Did you know that too much sun on unprotected eyes increases the risk of eye diseases? This summer, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds you that sunglasses are more than a bold fashion statement, they are a smart health choice.

Don't lose your independence to fireworks this Fourth of July. To help reduce the number of potentially blinding fireworks accidents this holiday, the American Academy of Ophthalmology is sharing these tips.

Researchers from Columbia University have developed a new technique for the powerful gene editing tool CRISPR to restore retinal function in mice afflicted by a degenerative retinal disease, retinitis pigmentosa.

American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes policy and legislative efforts to ensure patients receive sight-saving treatments

American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes policy and legislative efforts to ensure patients receive sight-saving treatments

American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes policy and legislative efforts to ensure patients receive sight-saving treatments

American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes policy and legislative efforts to ensure patients receive sight-saving treatments

American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes policy and legislative efforts to ensure patients receive sight-saving treatments