CDC Warning: The Eye Drop Danger Lurking in Your Medicine Cabinet
The CDC warned against using EzriCare eye drops after they were linked to drug-resistant bacterial infections, vision loss, and death. Researchers have now detailed a…
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The Unexpected Evolutionary Key of Blinking
Blinking is vital for the eye’s health and function. It serves multiple purposes such as keeping the eyes clean, safeguarding them, and even conveying nonverbal…
Why Do Episodes of Low Blood Sugar Worsen Eye Disease in People With Diabetes? Johns Hopkins Unravels the Mystery
Individuals with diabetes who go through episodes of low blood sugar, a common issue for those inexperienced in managing their blood sugar levels, are more…
UCLA Research Reveals “Dormant” Cones in Retinal Degeneration May Preserve Visual Function
“Dormant” cone photoreceptors continue to drive retinal activity for vision. New University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) research in mice suggests that “dormant” cone photoreceptors…
Persisting Even After Weight Loss: Obesity Can Trigger Lasting Epigenetic Changes That Can Promote Inflammatory Disease
A recent study in mice has found that a history of obesity resulting from a high-fat diet can induce lasting changes in innate immunity that…
A Genetic Breakthrough in the Battle Against Age-Related Vision Loss
Extremely rare gene variants point to a potential cause of age-related macular degeneration. A study from the National Eye Institute (NEI) identified rare genetic variants…
Unraveling the Mystery of Eye Damage in Alzheimer’s Disease Patients
Cedars-Sinai Investigators Map Changes to the Retina That Correspond to Brain Changes in the Early Stage, Opening a Path to Earlier Diagnosis An analysis led…
Incredible Potential: A New Way To Prevent Common Causes of Vision Loss
Scientists at UVA Health have uncovered a previously unknown factor that contributes to the harmful growth of blood vessels in the eye. This breakthrough could…
Researchers Uncover New Insight Into Rare Eye Disorders
Researchers at EMBL-EBI delve into the UK Biobank data to uncover new information about rare diseases of the eye. Researchers have conducted a thorough examination…
Scientists Have Developed Contact Lenses That Help Prevent Dry Eye Syndrome
A team from the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI) has created a groundbreaking contact lens prototype aimed at combating contact lens-induced dry eye (CLIDE)….
Researchers Reveal New Genetic Risk Factors for Blindness
Researchers have uncovered new insights into the causes of adult-onset macular degeneration. A new study by Ran Elkon and Ruth Ashery-Padan of Tel Aviv University…
New Research Links Obesity to Blinding Eye Disease
A new study from Canada, published in the renowned journal Science, has shed light on a potential molecular cause of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Research…
Unlocking the Secrets of the Gaze: What Our Eyes Reveal About Us
We constantly move our eyes to gather important information from our surroundings. By measuring eye movements, we can gain insight into how this information is…
Repeated Stress Can Accelerate Aging of the Eye
Stress-induced retinal aging produces symptoms similar to those that occur naturally with aging. New research from the University of California, Irvine, indicates that aging plays…
Education and Genetics: A Dangerous Combination That Can Cause Nearsightedness
Increased schooling is linked to a higher risk of nearsightedness in presence of five genetic variants, according to a new study. A new study published…
Why Is Eye Contact Different in Autism? New Yale Research Sheds Light
Reduced eye contact with others is a common characteristic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although eye contact is an important aspect of social interactions, scientists…
Dry Eye Disease Impacts Cornea Healing Process
People with a condition known as dry eye disease are more likely than those with healthy eyes to suffer injuries to their corneas. Studying mice,…
New Research: Bad Sleep, Snoring, and Sleepiness During the Day Could All Increase Your Risk of Permanent Sight Loss
New findings highlight the importance of sleep therapy for those at risk and eye exams for poor sleepers. A recent UK Biobank study published in…
