Overproduction of a protein may hold the key to a cure for AMD
age-related macular degeneration

Overproduction of a protein may hold the key to a cure for AMD

Researchers recently discovered a protein that seems to play a critical role in the onset of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
4 Red flags with your vision you should not ignore
blurry vision

4 Red flags with your vision you should not ignore

While a yearly, comprehensive eye exam is the first line of defense in taking care of our eyes, here are four symptoms that should not be overlooked.
Something out of science fiction: solar panels for the eyes
age related macular degeneration

Something out of science fiction: solar panels for the eyes

With new treatments and scientific advancements being announced almost on a daily basis, it shouldn't be surprising that the next "big thing" might very well be tiny solar panels for the eyes.
Non-surgical treatment for cataracts being developed
cataract surgery

Non-surgical treatment for cataracts being developed

A team of international researchers at the Anglia Ruskin University took on the task of looking into using an oxysterol compound as a non-surgical option for cataracts. 
BELKIN Vision announces FDA approval of new glaucoma laser device
glaucoma

BELKIN Vision announces FDA approval of new glaucoma laser device

With more than 3.6 million patients in the United States living with a diagnosis of glaucoma, this new laser offers the first and only contactless laser for glaucoma.
Avoid a scary eye infection with these safe Halloween tips
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Avoid a scary eye infection with these safe Halloween tips

Halloween is right around the corner and it's important to know about eye safety when it comes to selecting your costume.
Phase 2b clinical trials set for potential AMD treatment
age related macular degeneration

Phase 2b clinical trials set for potential AMD treatment

More than one million Americans aged 40 and over are affected by geographic atrophy (otherwise known as advanced dry age-related macular degeneration), which currently has no available therapy that...
Digestive tract bacteria linked to progressive vision loss in some glaucoma patients
glaucoma

Digestive tract bacteria linked to progressive vision loss in some glaucoma patients

Doctors have been mystified by glaucoma patients who progressively continue to lose vision despite treatment.
4 Symptoms of Cataracts
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4 Symptoms of Cataracts

Cataracts are caused by the breaking down of proteins in the lens of your eyes that clump together and eventually lead to vision loss if left untreated.