Prevalence of uncorrected refractive error 14.6 percent in Black Americans, finds study

by Elana GotkineOverall, 14.6 percent of African Americans aged 40 years and older have uncorrected refractive error (UCRE), according to astudypublished online Feb. 22 inJAMA Ophtha

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Prevalence of uncorrected refractive error 14.6 percent in Black Americans, finds study

by Elana GotkineOverall, 14.6 percent of African Americans aged 40 years and older have uncorrected refractive error (UCRE), according to astudypublished online Feb. 22 inJAMA Ophtha

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New technology offers promising treatment for ischemic retinopathy

by JooHyeon Heo,Ulsan National Institute of Science and TechnologyContribution of TRAP1 to the development of ischemic retinopathy. (A) Schematic for the experimental procedures of OIR mice. B)

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New technology offers promising treatment for ischemic retinopathy

by JooHyeon Heo,Ulsan National Institute of Science and TechnologyContribution of TRAP1 to the development of ischemic retinopathy. (A) Schematic for the experimental procedures of OIR mice. B)

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Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study finds

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study findsbyUniversity of BristolCredit:Molecular Therapy(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.ymthe.2025.01.028Older women

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Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study finds

Older women face higher risks with new gene therapies for eye diseases, study findsbyUniversity of BristolCredit:Molecular Therapy(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.ymthe.2025.01.028Older women

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Self-imposed use cessation dates tied to ophthalmic drop waste

by Lori SolomonSelf-imposed use cessation dates (SUCD) for multiuse eye drop bottles leads to significant drug waste and associated costs, according to a reportpublishedonline July 1 in&nb

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Self-imposed use cessation dates tied to ophthalmic drop waste

by Lori SolomonSelf-imposed use cessation dates (SUCD) for multiuse eye drop bottles leads to significant drug waste and associated costs, according to a reportpublishedonline July 1 in&nb

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Sleep apnea associated with age-related macular degeneration

by Centre for Eye Research AustraliaCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsA Center for Eye Research Australia study has linked low levels of oxygen in the blood overnight—a common sign of obstructive s

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Sleep apnea associated with age-related macular degeneration

by Centre for Eye Research AustraliaCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsA Center for Eye Research Australia study has linked low levels of oxygen in the blood overnight—a common sign of obstructive s

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Vision impairment linked to several psychosocial outcomes in seniors

by Elana GotkineIn adults 65 years and older, vision impairment is associated with psychosocial outcomes, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and social isolation, according to a studypub

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Vision impairment linked to several psychosocial outcomes in seniors

by Elana GotkineIn adults 65 years and older, vision impairment is associated with psychosocial outcomes, including symptoms of depression, anxiety, and social isolation, according to a studypub

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Researchers use AI to help people see more clearly

by Kelly DeVos,Arizona State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMyopia, also known as nearsightedness, is on the rise, especially among children. Experts predict that by the year 2050,

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Researchers use AI to help people see more clearly

by Kelly DeVos,Arizona State UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainMyopia, also known as nearsightedness, is on the rise, especially among children. Experts predict that by the year 2050,

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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

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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

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Q&A: Physician discusses eye infections; how delayed doctor visits and extent of damage affect vision outcomes

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Q&A: Physician discusses eye infections; how delayed doctor visits and extent of damage affect vision outcomes

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Study finds vision loss fear may keep some from having cataract surgery

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Study finds vision loss fear may keep some from having cataract surgery

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Augmented reality technology boosts vision in adults with amblyopia

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Augmented reality technology boosts vision in adults with amblyopia

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Sudden vision loss in children: Study in China points to a novel retinal disorder

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Sudden vision loss in children: Study in China points to a novel retinal disorder

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