NSAIDS anti-inflammatory properties may protect against AMD
age-related macular degeneration

NSAIDS anti-inflammatory properties may protect against AMD

A retrospective study which was published in Ophthalmology, reveals that prescription NSAID users have a lower risk of developing age-related macular degeneration.
Possible link between dry AMD and high levels of "good" cholesterol
age related macular degeneration

Possible link between dry AMD and high levels of "good" cholesterol

Results from a retrospective cohort study highlighted a possible link between high levels of "good" (HDL-C) cholesterol and the dry form of macular degeneration (dry AMD).
Anti-VEGF injections may be linked to increased risk of cataracts
anti-VEGF

Anti-VEGF injections may be linked to increased risk of cataracts

Several eye conditions are treated using anti-VEGF injections including retinal vein occlusion, diabetic macular edema and wet age-related macular degeneration.
Reshape your gut microbiome with coffee
anxiety

Reshape your gut microbiome with coffee

Coffee consumption, whether it's regular or decaf, has an impact on your gut microbiome. The changes in your gut microbiome directly affects your mood, cognitive ability and stress levels. A recent...
Lutein supplements may benefit early AMD patients
dry amd

Lutein supplements may benefit early AMD patients

Nine randomized, placebo-controlled trials were evaluated by researchers.
Higher risk of ischemic optic neuropathy associated with Wegovy
ischemic optic neuropathy

Higher risk of ischemic optic neuropathy associated with Wegovy

Investigators found that while Ozempic created more total ION reports, Wegovy had a much stronger, disproportionality signal.
New treatment for infectious keratitis on the horizon
contact lens

New treatment for infectious keratitis on the horizon

The new therapy has been developed by VisiRose, an ophthalmic biotechnology company.
Popular eyelash extensions linked to dry eye symptoms
dry eye symptoms

Popular eyelash extensions linked to dry eye symptoms

A stunning 90% of people involved in the observational study stated that they had experienced dry eye symptoms after undergoing eyelash cosmetic procedures.
Eylea HD receives approval for dosing interval extension
diabetic macular edema

Eylea HD receives approval for dosing interval extension

This updated dosing schedule means that wet AMD and DME patients can now have their treatment plans tailored to their individual needs.