New Laser Detects Eye Diseases That Cause Vision Loss
age-related macular degeneration

New Laser Detects Eye Diseases That Cause Vision Loss

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have created a non-contact laser imaging system that detects symptoms of eye diseases that cause vision loss.
Uveitis and Scleritis patients more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration
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Uveitis and Scleritis patients more likely to develop age-related macular degeneration

Recent study findings support the current evidence that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) develops when abnormal inflammation is present in the eye.
Mediterranean diet may offer cognitive protection
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Mediterranean diet may offer cognitive protection

Following a diet high in fish and vegetables may offer protection against cognitive decline.
Diabetic drug, metformin may reduce macular degeneration risk
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Diabetic drug, metformin may reduce macular degeneration risk

A study recently published in JAMA Ophthalmology reveals that the commonly prescribed drug for diabetes, Metformin, may also be beneficial in reducing the risk of developing age-related macular de...
Higher risk of COVID complications for people with macular degeneration
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Higher risk of COVID complications for people with macular degeneration

The study evaluated 6,396 COVID-19 patients who had been hospitalized at New York - Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center during the initial wave of the pandemic.
Fermented Paprika may offer Vision Health Benefits
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Fermented Paprika may offer Vision Health Benefits

The antioxidant activity of paprika, which is a source of carotenoids, phenolic compounds, and metabolites, has protective health properties.
What else can I do?
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What else can I do?

Among the many rewards of formulating premium macular degeneration eye vitamins is the daily positive feedback I receive from my own patients. And the vast majority of them have enjoyed stability i...
Research underway to develop artificial retina
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Research underway to develop artificial retina

Spanish researchers have created an artificial retina that could mesh better with the human eye better than current artificial retinas.
5 Eye Diseases that can lead to Blindness
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5 Eye Diseases that can lead to Blindness

There are five eye diseases that are the leading causes of blindness and low vision in the United States: age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and eye injurie...