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

Updated on:July 17,2024 0

DNA damage is key factor in age-related macular degeneration, study finds

byUniversity of California, IrvineErcc1 deficiency alters retinal structure and increases senescence markers in neural retina. Credit:Aging Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1111/acel.14419A resea

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DNA damage is key factor in age-related macular degeneration, study finds

byUniversity of California, IrvineErcc1 deficiency alters retinal structure and increases senescence markers in neural retina. Credit:Aging Cell(2024). DOI: 10.1111/acel.14419A resea

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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

Updated on: March 05,2024 7

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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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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Scientists search for new treatment target for diabetic retinopathy

byMedical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are searching for a new treatment target fo

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Scientists search for new treatment target for diabetic retinopathy

byMedical College of Georgia at Augusta UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainScientists at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are searching for a new treatment target fo

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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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Supplements found to slow disease progression during late stage of 'dry' age-related macular degeneration

byNational Eye InstituteAge-related macular degeneration affects the macula, the part of the retina that provides central vision. Credit: National Eye InstituteIn a new analysis of data, researc

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Supplements found to slow disease progression during late stage of 'dry' age-related macular degeneration

byNational Eye InstituteAge-related macular degeneration affects the macula, the part of the retina that provides central vision. Credit: National Eye InstituteIn a new analysis of data, researc

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Prior intravitreal injections increase risk for cataract surgery complications

by Lori SolomonA history of multiple past intravitreal injections (IVIs) poses a risk for certain future cataract surgery complications, according to a study presented at theannual meeting of th

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Prior intravitreal injections increase risk for cataract surgery complications

by Lori SolomonA history of multiple past intravitreal injections (IVIs) poses a risk for certain future cataract surgery complications, according to a study presented at theannual meeting of th

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Retinal disorder diagnosis improved by new AI-powered medical imaging

by Haolun Xu,Xi'an jiaotong-Liverpool UniversityComparing visual results of fovea localization predictions by various methods. Credit: XJTLU/IEEE 10.1109/JBHI.2024.3445112Population-based st

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Retinal disorder diagnosis improved by new AI-powered medical imaging

by Haolun Xu,Xi'an jiaotong-Liverpool UniversityComparing visual results of fovea localization predictions by various methods. Credit: XJTLU/IEEE 10.1109/JBHI.2024.3445112Population-based st

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Novel mechanism of retinal degeneration

byScience China Press(A) Transmission electron microscopy images of longitudinal sections of photoreceptors in controls or RD mice. Scale bar, 1 μm. (B) Transmission electron microscopy images o

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Novel mechanism of retinal degeneration

byScience China Press(A) Transmission electron microscopy images of longitudinal sections of photoreceptors in controls or RD mice. Scale bar, 1 μm. (B) Transmission electron microscopy images o

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Peptide-based eye drops show promise in treating age-related macular degeneration

byNational Research Council of Science and TechnologySchematic representation of the construction and screening of a large-scale peptide library targeting TLR signaling proteins, followed by eff

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Peptide-based eye drops show promise in treating age-related macular degeneration

byNational Research Council of Science and TechnologySchematic representation of the construction and screening of a large-scale peptide library targeting TLR signaling proteins, followed by eff

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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

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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

Updated on:September 02,2024 0