Smoking and Your Eyes
While the health dangers associated with smoking cigarettes are well documented, they generally focus on lung cancer and respiratory issues such as asthma and emphysema. But did you know that smoking...
View ArticleEye Diseases on the Rise in the US
According to a report issued by Prevent Blindness America and the National Eye Institute, eye diseases – including those that cause blindness – are on the rise in the US. The research shows that since...
View ArticleAvastin and Lucentis Equal in Treating Age-Related Macular Degeneration,...
After two years of treatment, both Avastin and Lucentis are equivalent in improving vision loss resulting from age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to research supported by the National...
View ArticleAntioxidant Shows Promise in Preventing Degenerative Vision Problems
A research group at the Missouri University of Science and Technology are testing an antioxidant that may prevent cataracts and other degenerative eye disorders, including macular degeneration....
View ArticleStudy Findings May Point Way for Easier Macular Degeneration Test
A recent study suggests that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) may be diagnosed less expensively, more rapidly and just as effectively under bright lights as compared with tests that first require...
View ArticleFaster, Easier Reading with use of iPad and Kindle
Many of us may not recognize how precious the ability to read is until we start to experience vision loss. A recent study shows hope for people suffering central vision loss, such as occurs with...
View ArticleUsing Aspirin regularly may increase Macular Degeneration Risk
A recent study shows there may be a link between regular aspirin use and a slightly increased risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. AMD in its most severe form is the leading cause of...
View ArticleFebruary is Low Vision Awareness Month
February is AMD/Low Vision Awareness Month, a campaign that focuses on raising awareness of macular degeneration and other vision problems. This years slogan, “Don’t Lose Site,” is of particular...
View ArticleProtect Your Eyes from the Summer Sun
As we enter the sunny summer months, it is time once again to consider the impact of sun damage to the eyes and the most effective ways to protect your vision well into the future. Excessive...
View ArticleNew iPad Vision Test
Vision Test, a free app created by 3 Cube, gives iPad users a new way to test their vision. No matter if you suspect you need something simple such as glasses or LASIK, or if you are concerned about...
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