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Genetic link between COVID risk and macular-degeneration
Researchers analyzed genetic data from more than 16,000 people with AMD, more than 50,000 people with COVID along with control groups.

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One neovascular AMD treatment more effective than the other
A recent study reveals that one anti-VEGF treatment is more effective than another commonly used treatment.

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Smokers can develop age-related macular degeneration earlier than non-smokers
To better protect overall health, including eye health, WHO encourages people to not use tobacco or e-cigarettes and for those who do use these products, they are encouraged to quit.

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Simple carbs may increase risk of developing macular degeneration
Researchers at Tufts University in Boston have found a possible link between a diet high in simple carbohydrates and risk of developing age-related macular degeneration.

AMD
Eye implant to treat wet macular degeneration approved by FDA
The device is the size of a grain of rice and is refilled every six months.

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Researchers successfully implant iPS cells in new dry eye therapy
The patient receiving the implant was a part of a clinical trial in the United States and is in the phase 1/2a to determine the therapy's safety.

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Oranges lower risk of severe vision loss by 60%
Researchers believe the flavonoids in oranges offer protection against late stage macular degeneration.

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Measurement of VEGF in tears may help in determining severity of AMD
Researchers published the results of a recent study in Science Reports. The study revealed that the severity and progression of AMD could be determined by measuring the level of VEGF in the tears o...

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Gene Therapy for Macular Degeneration positive results
For patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration, gene therapy has the potential to transfigure the treatment options that are available.