Ophthalmology
Glasses can change the future of a billion people
In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king, so the saying goes.
Oct 9, 2020
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News tagged with eye health
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Ultraviolet light can make indoor spaces safer during the pandemic – if it's used the right way
Ultraviolet light has a long history as a disinfectant and the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, is readily rendered harmless by UV light. The question is how best to harness UV light to fight the spread of the virus ...
Sep 10, 2020
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Neuroscience
Brain noise contains unique signature of dream sleep
When we dream, our brains are filled with noisy electrical activity that looks nearly identical to that of the awake brain.
Aug 7, 2020
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Health
As REM sleep declines, life span suffers
Deep sleep is essential for good health, and too little of it may shorten your life, a new study suggests.
Jul 7, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Can I get COVID-19 through my eyes or ears?
Can I get COVID-19 through my eyes or ears?
Jun 4, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
6 feet of social distancing best, but even 3 feet should help: study
(HealthDay)—"Social distancing" is the watchword for keeping the new coronavirus at bay, but how far apart is enough? Researchers say they may have an answer.
Jun 2, 2020
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Medical research
Potential new treatment for severe dry eye disease
Scientists have discovered a potential new treatment for a disease that causes severe dry eyes and dry mouth.
May 5, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Ocular scientists advise contact lens and spectacles wearers during COVID-19 pandemic
A new peer-reviewed paper from five prominent ocular scientists will help eye care practitioners (ECPs) instruct and reassure contact lens wearers during the global COVID-19 / coronavirus pandemic. Published in Contact Lens ...
Apr 13, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Wastewater test could provide early warning of COVID-19
Researchers at Cranfield University are working on a new test to detect SARS-CoV-2 in the wastewater of communities infected with the virus.
Mar 31, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Low risk of coronavirus spreading through tears
While researchers are certain that coronavirus spreads through mucus and droplets expelled by coughing or sneezing, it is unclear if the virus is spread through other bodily fluids, such as tears. Today's just-published study ...
Mar 25, 2020
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