Five steps to protect young athletes' eyes
As children begin to return to their favorite sports, parents need to ensure that their youngsters use protective eyewear, a leading group of eye specialists says.
FDA approves IPL device to manage dry eye disease
After receiving FDA approval for its IPL device, Lumenis Ltd. announced that it is launching OptiLight, a bright solution for dry eyes.
‘Enormous’ potential of robotics opens door to next revolution in eye surgery
Ophthalmology is one of the most technology-driven branches of medicine, and most key advances in the field have relied on devices rather than drugs. Now, robots and artificial intelligence are poised to be part of an impending revolution.
What is bacterial conjunctivitis?
Bacterial conjunctivitis is an eye infection caused by bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pneumonia. Also known as pink eye,
Hidden in plain sight: How the COVID-19 pandemic is damaging children's vision
Eye doctors had planned to celebrate 2020 as the year of vision (as in seeing 20/20). Instead, it will be known as the year that worsened the world's vision for decades to come. Scientists are attributing this latest health issue—one that is hidden in plain sight—to the pandemic.
Standard ophthalmic exam
A standard ophthalmic exam is a comprehensive series of tests done by an ophthalmologist or optometrist. These doctors specialize in eye health. They’ll use these tests to check both your vision and the health of your eyes.
Eye color genetics not so simple, study finds
Researchers have identified 50 new genes for eye color in a study involving the genetic analysis of almost 195,000 people across Europe and Asia.
Smartphones could help to prevent glaucoma blindness
Smartphones could be used to scan people's eyes for early-warning signs of glaucoma - helping to prevent severe ocular diseases and blindness, a new study reveals.
When to resume exercise after an eye surgery or injury
It is common to wonder how eye surgery or an eye condition will impact your fitness routine. While it’s important to stay active, some exercise may do more harm than good.
Genetic discovery gives insight into causes of eye disease
Researchers have identified an additional seven regions in the human genome that increase the risk of developing MacTel (macular telangiectasia type 2), including a rare DNA mutation in the PHGDH gene, which will help clinicians to better diagnose and treat it.