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Machine learning can predict eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy progression

Machine learning can predict eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy progression

by Lori SolomonAutomated machine learning models may help identify eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR) progression based on ultra-widefield retinal images, according to a study published online

Machine learning can predict eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy progression

by Lori SolomonAutomated machine learning models may help identify eyes at risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR) progression based on ultra-widefield retinal images, according to a study published online
FDA warns of dangerous counterfeit eyedrops

FDA warns of dangerous counterfeit eyedrops

by Dennis ThompsonCertain copycat eyedrops may be contaminated and could give users an antibiotic-resistant eye infection, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Wednesday.The packaging for Sout

FDA warns of dangerous counterfeit eyedrops

by Dennis ThompsonCertain copycat eyedrops may be contaminated and could give users an antibiotic-resistant eye infection, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned Wednesday.The packaging for Sout
Should my child get contact lenses? Pediatric ophthalmologist offers advice

Should my child get contact lenses? Pediatric ophthalmologist offers advice

by Douglas R. Fredrick MD, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor children with poor vision caused by refractive errors (problems with focusing), glasses are often t

Should my child get contact lenses? Pediatric ophthalmologist offers advice

by Douglas R. Fredrick MD, FAAP, American Academy of PediatricsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainFor children with poor vision caused by refractive errors (problems with focusing), glasses are often t
Poor vision and falls: A deadly combo for seniors

Poor vision and falls: A deadly combo for seniors

by Ernie MundellSeniors with vision issues are at much higher risk for dangerous falls, new research confirms.Compared toseniorswith good vision, the odds for a fall rose by 38% for senior

Poor vision and falls: A deadly combo for seniors

by Ernie MundellSeniors with vision issues are at much higher risk for dangerous falls, new research confirms.Compared toseniorswith good vision, the odds for a fall rose by 38% for senior
Zebrafish study confirms regenerated photoreceptor cells fully restore vision

Zebrafish study confirms regenerated photoreceptor cells fully restore vision

by Magdalena Gonciarz, Dresden University of Technology,Dresden University of TechnologyZebrafish photoreceptor cells stimulated with blue light show correct electrical activity. The picture was

Zebrafish study confirms regenerated photoreceptor cells fully restore vision

by Magdalena Gonciarz, Dresden University of Technology,Dresden University of TechnologyZebrafish photoreceptor cells stimulated with blue light show correct electrical activity. The picture was
Producing tears in a dish: Researchers develop first model of human conjunctiva

Producing tears in a dish: Researchers develop first model of human conjunctiva

by Hubrecht InstituteUnder allergy-like conditions, the number of mucus-producing cells increases. Credit: Marie Bannier-Hélaouët, copyright: Hubrecht Institute.The Organoid group at the Hubrecht

Producing tears in a dish: Researchers develop first model of human conjunctiva

by Hubrecht InstituteUnder allergy-like conditions, the number of mucus-producing cells increases. Credit: Marie Bannier-Hélaouët, copyright: Hubrecht Institute.The Organoid group at the Hubrecht
Free eye disease screening program engages high-risk adults

Free eye disease screening program engages high-risk adults

by Elana GotkineA novel free eye disease screening program is engaging adults at high risk for eye disease who are underusing eye care services, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 22

Free eye disease screening program engages high-risk adults

by Elana GotkineA novel free eye disease screening program is engaging adults at high risk for eye disease who are underusing eye care services, according to a studypublishedonline Aug. 22
Stem cell shots: Unveiling a safer way to treat inflammatory eye diseases

Stem cell shots: Unveiling a safer way to treat inflammatory eye diseases

Stem cell shots: Unveiling a safer way to treat inflammatory eye diseasesbyFujita Health UniversityResearchers from Japan have found that treatment with mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) increase

Stem cell shots: Unveiling a safer way to treat inflammatory eye diseases

Stem cell shots: Unveiling a safer way to treat inflammatory eye diseasesbyFujita Health UniversityResearchers from Japan have found that treatment with mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) increase
Revitalizing vision: Metabolome rejuvenation can slow retinal degeneration

Revitalizing vision: Metabolome rejuvenation can slow retinal degeneration

byColumbia University Irving Medical CenterDifferent stages of retina degeneration in two people with RP. Credit: Photos provided by Stephen Tsang.Gene therapy may be the best hope for curing re

Revitalizing vision: Metabolome rejuvenation can slow retinal degeneration

byColumbia University Irving Medical CenterDifferent stages of retina degeneration in two people with RP. Credit: Photos provided by Stephen Tsang.Gene therapy may be the best hope for curing re