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Genes, lifestyle raise macular degeneration risk
• Eye / Vision Problems • • Genetics • • Obesity • • Tobacco & Marijuana • Jan 08 07

New research suggests that one’s genetic make-up interacts with two modifiable risk factors - obesity and smoking - to multiply the risk of developing… Genes, lifestyle raise macular degeneration risk   

 
 

Leicester breakthrough in eye disease
• Eye / Vision Problems • Dec 13 06

Researchers at the University of Leicester have identified for the first time a gene which causes a distressing eye condition. Their discovery, as reported… Leicester breakthrough in eye disease   

 
 

Gene linked to aggressive ‘wet’ age-related macular degeneration
• Eye / Vision Problems • • Genetics • Nov 22 06

A gene variant that increases the risk of developing the aggressive “wet” form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common cause of blindness… Gene linked to aggressive ‘wet’ age-related macular degeneration   

 
 

Regular exercise protects against age related macular degeneration
• Eye / Vision Problems • Nov 01 06

Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is the main cause of sight loss as people age.

AMD is a condition which causes light sensitive cells… Regular exercise protects against age related macular degeneration   

 
 

Regular Exercise Can Stave Off Degenerative Eye Disease
• Eye / Vision Problems • Oct 31 06

Regular exercise can cut the likelihood of developing the degenerative eye disease, age related macular degeneration by 70%, suggests research published ahead of print… Regular Exercise Can Stave Off Degenerative Eye Disease   

 
 

Eye researchers develop new 3D monitor vision test for children
• Children's Health • • Eye / Vision Problems • Oct 25 06

A new random-dot stereotest using a 3D display and infrared oculography has been found to objectively assess stereopsis in children older than three years… Eye researchers develop new 3D monitor vision test for children   

 
 

New Gene Linked to Macular Degeneration
• Eye / Vision Problems • Oct 19 06

Researchers at the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah have identified a gene called HTRA1 that contributes to a major… New Gene Linked to Macular Degeneration   

 
 

Use of Antibiotic to Treat Infectious Eye Disease Trachoma May Increase Risk for Re-Infection
• Eye / Vision Problems • Sep 27 06

Use of the antibiotic azithromycin to treat trachoma in Vietnam resulted in an increase in the risk of re-infections, according to a study in… Use of Antibiotic to Treat Infectious Eye Disease Trachoma May Increase Risk for Re-Infection   

 
 

Ophthalmologists improve LASIK
• Eye / Vision Problems • Sep 20 06

Ophthalmologists have developed a formula that slashes by nearly two-thirds the likelihood that patients will need repeat visits to an eye surgeon to adjust… Ophthalmologists improve LASIK   

 
 

Device may help alleviate tunnel vision
• Eye / Vision Problems • Sep 05 06

A new approach that permits wider visual perception in patients with severely restricted peripheral field allows quicker and more accurate ability to detect… Device may help alleviate tunnel vision   

 
 

Intestinal surgery can affect eyes years later
• Eye / Vision Problems • Aug 22 06

Surgery on the intestines can lead to the malabsorption of vitamin A, and this in turn can create eye problems years or even decades… Intestinal surgery can affect eyes years later   

 
 

Veggies good for eyesight as you age
• Eye / Vision Problems • Aug 15 06

Scientists say a diet rich in the compounds lutein and zeaxanthin which are found in carrots and yellow and green vegetables such as sweetcorn,… Veggies good for eyesight as you age   

 
 

New Treatment for Age Related Macular Degeneration
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jul 28 06

New Treatment for Age Related Macular Degeneration

Vanderbilt University Medical Center recently began offering a new treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that may improve, and in some cases restore,… New Treatment for Age Related Macular Degeneration   

 
 

Smokeless tobacco use increases cataract risk
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jul 24 06

Using snuff or chewing tobacco is associated with an increased likelihood of developing cataracts, Indian researchers report

Dr. Prema Raju of the Vision Research… Smokeless tobacco use increases cataract risk   

 
 

Dietary fish oils may lower risk of eye disease
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jul 13 06

Contrary to some past studies, new research suggests that intake of fatty acids found in fish may help prevent age-related maculopathy, a deterioration of… Dietary fish oils may lower risk of eye disease   

 
 

Loss of Central Vision with Age May Be Linked to Quality of Dietary Carbohydrates
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jun 06 06

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss in older adults and a person’s risk may partly depend upon… Loss of Central Vision with Age May Be Linked to Quality of Dietary Carbohydrates   

 
 

Statins may improve circulation in the eye
• Eye / Vision Problems • May 09 06

The cholesterol-lowering medications known as statins may improve circulation in the eye, potentially reducing the risk of certain eye diseases, according to a study… Statins may improve circulation in the eye   

 
 

Itchy, Burning Eyes Can be Sign of Dry Eye Syndrome
• Eye / Vision Problems • May 01 06

According to some estimates, up to 20 percent of the population over age 50 may suffer from chronic dry eye syndrome, a decrease in… Itchy, Burning Eyes Can be Sign of Dry Eye Syndrome   

 
 

Scientists step closer to new treatments for river blindness
• Eye / Vision Problems • Apr 13 06

Veterinary scientists in Liverpool have found that some African cattle have natural immunity to a parasite, similar to that which causes river blindness in… Scientists step closer to new treatments for river blindness   

 
 

Electronic lenses could replace bifocals
• Eye / Vision Problems • Apr 07 06

Electronic lenses could replace bifocals

Researchers have developed an electro-optic lens that can shift its focusing power with the flick of a switch, and may someday replace bifocal lenses.

… Electronic lenses could replace bifocals   
 
 

Yellow pigment that sits on the retina focus of macular degeneration research
• Eye / Vision Problems • Apr 04 06

Yellow pigment that sits on the retina focus of macular degeneration research

Whether a tiny yellow pigment is the main thing standing between many older people and macular degeneration is under study at the Medical College… Yellow pigment that sits on the retina focus of macular degeneration research   

 
 

Some patients with glaucoma have higher pressure at night
• Eye / Vision Problems • Feb 15 06

Some patients with glaucoma appear to have higher pressure in their eyes during sleep at night than during the day when it is usually… Some patients with glaucoma have higher pressure at night   

 
 

Preservative-free eye drops may be contaminated
• Eye / Vision Problems • Feb 14 06

There is a risk of microbial contamination of preservative-free eye drops in multiple application containers, warn doctors in a report in the British Journal… Preservative-free eye drops may be contaminated   

 
 

Effect of Viagra on visual performance
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jan 23 06

Therapeutic doses of Viagra have been shown to influence the rate at which visual signals are integrated by the brain, affecting the way quick,… Effect of Viagra on visual performance   

 
 

Recognize Retinal Problems - and Seek Immediate Care
• Eye / Vision Problems • Jan 20 06

If you experience sudden vision changes - many floaters or specks, flashing lights, blurred or wavy vision, a dark spot in the middle of… Recognize Retinal Problems - and Seek Immediate Care   

 
 
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