Ophthalmology
Americans lack knowledge about eye health
Americans' lack of knowledge about eye health may put their vision at risk, according to a survey released by the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Jan 20, 2020
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News tagged with eye problems
Ophthalmology
Q&A: Lasik eye surgery understanding the risks and complications
Dear Mayo Clinic: What are the risks of LASIK surgery, and will my vision deteriorate again over time, even after surgery?
Dec 18, 2019
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Ophthalmology
Another reason to get cataract surgery: It can make you 48% safer on the road
The ability of cataract surgery to restore sight is well known. People say they're stunned by the vibrancy of color after surgery and the improvement in night vision. Some can even reduce their reliance on glasses. But can ...
Oct 12, 2019
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Diabetes
Dry eye disease and diabetes: New study reveals scale of issue and need for screening
Diabetes is a debilitating health condition which is expected to reach epidemic proportions in the next 20 years. According to the World Health Organisation, 108m people around the world had diabetes in 1980; by 2014 that ...
Mar 1, 2019
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Ophthalmology
Too much screen time linked to an epidemic of myopia among young people
Ask anyone about the benefits of technology and it probably won't take them long to rhyme off a list of examples: it helps broaden your knowledge, connect with friends, both new and old, and allows you to see things you've ...
Feb 13, 2019
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Ophthalmology
Why Victorians feared modern technology would make everyone blind
From concerns over blue light to digital strain and dryness, headlines today often worry how smartphones and computer screens might be affecting the health of our eyes. But while the technology may be new, this concern certainly ...
Dec 6, 2018
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Ophthalmology
A warning about costume contacts
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers about the risks of Halloween costume contacts.
Oct 23, 2018
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Ophthalmology
Five ways to protect your eye health
(HealthDay)—Your risk of vision problems increases with age, but there are things you can do to protect your sight, eye doctors say.
May 25, 2018
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Oncology & Cancer
Dilemma for cancer patients as life-saving meds are tied to vision loss
(HealthDay)—A newer type of cancer treatment may offer the chance of longer survival, but the drugs could also trigger new side effects, such as vision problems.
May 18, 2018
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Diabetes
Annual eye exam is vital if you have diabetes
(HealthDay)—A yearly eye exam is a key part of diabetes treatment, experts say.
Mar 8, 2018
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