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Study Ties Cataract Surgery to Longer Life An Australian study published this month in Ophthalmology, the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, shows that people with vision loss attributed to cataracts who have had cataract surgery live longer than those with cataract-related vision loss who forgo the procedure.
Allergies VS Dry Eye Syndrome Two of the most common forms of eye irritation are eye allergies and dry eye syndrome (frequently called dry eye). Both can cause itching, and many people mistake dry eye symptoms for allergies.
New Study Ties Early Menopause to Glaucoma A new study from the Netherlands Ophthalmic Research Institute in Amsterdam shows women who experience early menopause may be at a higher risk of developing glaucoma later in life.
What to Do at What Age for Your Eyes August is National Eye Exam month and although each individual’s eyes are different, there are recommended times in your life in which to receive an eye exam.
Stem Cell Therapy for Macular Degeneration to Be Tested Researchers in Japan began recruiting patients on August 1 for a pilot study to determine the possibility of using induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) therapy to treat wet-type age-related macular degeneration.
Laser Cataract Surgery Serves Baby Boomers Well As the baby boomer population begins to age, so too do their eyes. Now in their late 50’s and into their 60’s, many are developing cataracts, a common occurrence which affects 50% of the U.S. population by age 80.