Having age-related macular degeneration (AMD) in one eye was associated with an increased incidence of AMD and accelerated progression of the debilitating disease in the other eye.
Tag: Eye Health / Blindness
User-friendly electronic ‘EyeCane’ enhances navigational abilities for the blind
White Canes provide low-tech assistance to the visually impaired, but some blind people object to their use because they are cumbersome, fail to detect elevated obstacles, or require long training…
Blind cave fish may provide insight on eye disease and other human health issues
Blind cave fish may not be the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to understanding human sight, but recent research indicates they may have quite a bit to teach us about the causes of…
iPads detect early signs of glaucoma in Nepal eye screening
Using a tablet screening app could prove to be an effective method to aid in the effort to reduce the incidence of avoidable blindness in populations at high-risk for glaucoma with limited access…
Tear duct implant effective at reducing pain and inflammation in cataract surgery patients
The first tear duct implant developed to treat inflammation and pain following cataract surgery has been shown to be a reliable alternative to medicated eye drops, which are the current standard of…
iPhones for eye health: Capturing ocular images in difficult-to-photograph patients
Smartphone technology is a widely available resource which may also be a portable and effective tool for imaging the inside of the eye, according to results of a study released today at AAO 2014…
Corneal inlays may remove need for reading glasses
A number of easily implanted corneal inlay products currently in development may soon remove the need for reading glasses to correct loss of near vision in aging eyes.
Discovery of a new mechanism that can lead to blindness
An important scientific breakthrough by a team of IRCM researchers led by Michel Cayouette, PhD, is being published today by The Journal of Neuroscience.
World watches as grandfather from Malawi has his sight restored live online
A blind man’s sight-restoring operation was broadcast live around the world at 1.30pm(BST) October 8, 2014 from a hospital in Malawi.
Over 123 million lost workdays per year caused by blindness or eye diseases according to new pan-European health economic study
The European Forum Against Blindness (EFAB) has revealed the results of an 11-country study (an extension to the data reported last year covering six countries) which reports on the economic impact…
Nano-drug for dry eyes brings relief with less trouble
Drug-infused nanoparticles applied only once a week appear to be as effective at relieving dry eyes as the standard three-drops-a-day medication, according to a new study.
Pitt researchers receive $1.25 million from Defense Department to make whole-eye transplantation a reality
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers have been awarded $1.25 million from the U.S.
Squints can be treated at any age – Examination of children important in their first year of life
Around four per cent of all newborn children have a squint. In about 50 per cent of cases, this can be corrected with appropriate glasses, however the other half require treatment for their squint…
Detergent pods should be kept out of reach to help prevent ocular injury
Liquid laundry and dishwasher detergent pods are an emerging source of chemical exposure in children.
UK data presented at EURETINA 2014 showcase efficacy of EYLEA in clinical practice for the treatment of wet age-related macular degeneration
Bayer HealthCare reports that data have been presented at the 14th EURETINA congress in London, showcasing the efficacy of EYLEA® (aflibercept solution for injection) for the treatment of wet…
Discovery of special stem cells in the eye could lead to better treatments for blindness
Scientists at the University of Southampton have discovered that a region on the front surface of the eye harbours special stem cells that could treat blinding eye conditions.
New clinical applications for assessing ‘higher-order’ visual abnormalities
A technique developed by astronomers seeking a clear view of distant objects in space is being intensively studied as a new approach to measuring and correcting visual abnormalities.
Retinal tumors in young children caused by a single, genetic change
Retinoblastoma is a childhood retinal tumor usually affecting children one to two years of age. Although rare, it is the most common malignant tumor of the eye in children.
Novartis announce licence change for leading sight loss treatment Lucentis® (ranibizumab)
Novartis has announced a change to the licence of Lucentis® (ranibizumab), which means treatment can now be offered without the need for monthly monitoring in patients with stable disease…
New scheme to raise sight loss awareness in UK care homes
With ‘Sight after Sixty’ a major focus for this year’s National Eye Health Week (22nd – 28th September), the sight loss charity Thomas Pocklington Trust is offering free training to local sight…