Ophthalmology
Undiagnosed eye problems pose risks for migrant farm workers
(HealthDay)—Vision problems are common among migrant farm workers, but many never get eye exams, a new study shows.
Oct 11, 2016
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Ophthalmology
Vision trouble can dim life's prospects
(HealthDay)—People with vision problems may face a higher risk of unemployment, poverty and mental health problems, a new British study suggests.
Jul 28, 2016
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Ophthalmology
Even mild vision impairment has influence on quality of life
In a study published online by JAMA Ophthalmology, Phillippa M. Cumberland, M.Sc., and Jugnoo S. Rahi, Ph.D., F.R.C.Ophth., of the University College London Institute of Child Health, London, and the UK Biobank Eye and Vision ...
Jul 28, 2016
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Attention deficit disorders
Increased odds of ADHD for kids with some types of vision problems
Children with vision problems not correctable with glasses or contact lenses may be twice as likely to have a diagnosis of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suggests a study in the May issue of Optometry and ...
Apr 25, 2016
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Research to tackle the triple challenge of dementia, hearing and vision impairment
The combined impact of dementia, age-related hearing and vision impairment is to be investigated by a new multi-million European research consortium led by The University of Manchester.
Mar 9, 2016
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Oncology & Cancer
What's in store for survivors of childhood cancers that affect vision?
Little is known about the long-term health of survivors of childhood cancers that affect vision, but two new studies provide valuable insights that could impact patient care and follow-up. The findings are published early ...
Jan 11, 2016
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Ophthalmology
'Hardwired' focus may explain eyesight problems for premature babies later in life
Babies born slightly earlier are more at risk of vision problems later in life due to subtle differences in their eye development, a new University of Reading study has found.
Sep 28, 2015
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Ophthalmology
25 percent of homeless people surveyed in Toronto report vision problems
Twenty-five per cent of homeless people surveyed in Toronto had vision problems up to and including blindness, four times higher than the rate of the overall population in North America, a new study by St. Michael's Hospital ...
Feb 5, 2015
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Health
Poor hearing confines older adults to their homes
Vision and hearing problems reduce the active participation of older people in various events and activities. This was observed in two studies carried out by the Gerontology Research Center.
Aug 6, 2014
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Neuroscience
Gender influences symptoms of genetic disorder
(Medical Xpress)—A genetic disorder that affects about 1 in every 2,500 births can cause a bewildering array of clinical problems, including brain tumors, impaired vision, learning disabilities, behavioral problems, heart ...
Feb 7, 2014
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