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age-related macular degeneration
New technology detects Macular Degeneration
Researchers from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai announced results of a study that analyzed the speed and accuracy of a new artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm in detecting ag...

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COVID-19 Can Spread Through Eyes
While everyone is mindful and aware of the warnings to wash your hands and avoid touching your face, taking care to not touch your eyes is just as important.

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VisiVite Subscribers Asked about Fear of Blindness
On June 17, 2020, VisiVite subscribers were sent the email below and asked to complete a two-question survey about their fear of blindness. Their responses will be posted here.

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Is it safe to see your eye doctor yet?
As the country begins to open up, many businesses are resuming “business as usual,” despite warnings from some health experts. You may be wondering if it’s safe to see your eye doctor yet.

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Patients prefer dropless regimen to drops after cataract surgery
Conventional therapy after cataract surgery involves instilling eye drops multiple times a day for up to four weeks while the dropless regimen involves a punctal plug being inserted into the eye at...

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Higher risk of depression and anxiety among diabetic retinopathy patients
Study analysis reveals that diabetic retinopathy patients are at an increased risk for anxiety and depression.

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Protect Your Vision From Blue Light
Excessive exposure to blue light from digital devices can cause eyestrain and fatigue, shoulder pain and frequent headaches.

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VisiVite Gold Formula was Customer Favorite in 2019
VisiVite offers consumers and eye doctors the widest selection of supplements for macular health and dry eye. And yet, the competition for VisiVite's favorite formula wasn't a close race in 2019.

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The Difficult Choices with Coronavirus
The Coronavirus attack on America is a runaway train. Each time the brakes are put on through social distancing, it slows, but does not stop. But there are steps you can take today to improve your ...