Dry Eye Awareness is observed the month of July
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Dry Eye Awareness is observed the month of July

 In order to promote more awareness about the condition as well as share information regarding available treatments, Prevent Blindness has declared July as "Dry Eye Awareness Month".
Depression and dry eye disease link
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Depression and dry eye disease link

Researchers were investigating the link between depression and the severity of dry eye disease symptoms, including inflammatory markers.
Generic form of Restasis approved by FDA
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Generic form of Restasis approved by FDA

The FDA announced their approval of a generic form of cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion (Viatris) 0.05% single use vials of eye drops.
Face Masks Contribute to Dry Eye Symptoms
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Face Masks Contribute to Dry Eye Symptoms

Dry Eye Syndrome affects about 49 million people in the United States. Patients experience blurry vision, pain, redness, light sensitivity,  and a "gritty" feeling in the eyes.
Astaxanthin supplements improve dry eye disease symptoms
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Astaxanthin supplements improve dry eye disease symptoms

A recent study found that patients suffering from mild-to-moderate dry eye disease benefited from oral supplementation of astaxanthin.