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Prevent Blindness to mark Geographic Atrophy Week

WebPrevent Blindness is gearing up for its third annual Geographic Atrophy (GA) Awareness Week as December 4 to 10, 2023. GA is a medical term that refers to later-stage cases of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). More than 8 million people in the world have GA, with an estimated 1 million in the United States, according to the …

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New study reveals improved eye health could boost US economy …

WebNew research from a study conducted by the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) and Kevin Frick, PhD, from Johns Hopkins showed that …

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Study: Cataract surgery linked to increased risk of heart attack, …

WebClinically significant cataract is associated with an increased risk of death from vascular causes, such as stroke and heart attack, according to a new study. 1. …

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Prevent Blindness designates April as women’s eye health and …

WebPrevent Blindness has designated April as women’s eye health and safety month to educate and inform the public on a variety of health issues so they can be …

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ARPA-H rolls out research program to restore vision to blind patients

WebThe Transplantation of Human Eye Allografts (THEA) program was announced by the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), an agency within the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The program intends to transplant whole human eyes to restore vision for the blind and visually impaired.

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Apellis partnering with actor Henry Winkler to bring happy days to

WebApellis Pharmaceuticals Inc. announced a new campaign with actor Henry Winkler to raise awareness of geographic atrophy (GA), an advanced form of age-related …

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Prevent Blindness declares August as children’s eye health and …

WebThe month will be dedicated to educating families on the importance of healthy vision and early access to healthcare. August has been declared as Children’s …

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Top 10 U.S. eye-healthy cities

WebOklahoma City, Oklahoma. Oklahoma City, known as “The Big Friendly,” is a top contender for the nation's most eye-health conscious cities, meaning it may also be …

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Insights into the future of eye care

WebOphthalmology Times Europe Ophthalmology Times Europe July/August 2020. Volume 16. Issue 6. A UK health data research hub containing vast numbers of …

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Symbols deciphered: The history of symbols and signs in medicine

WebIn the everyday practice of medicine, physicians use symbols, signs, and abbreviations to record medical histories, physical examinations, diagnoses, and …

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Actress Debbie Allen joins Prevent Blindness, Regeneron to kick …

WebAward-winning actress, dancer and director Debbie Allen is teaming up with Prevent Blindness and Regeneron to kick off the Gr8 Eye Movement, a new disease …

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Is low vitamin D a risk factor for primary open angle glaucoma

WebAlthough the exact relationship between vitamin D and glaucoma remains uncertain, it has increasingly become apparent that low systemic levels of the vitamin …

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Prevent blindness declares March as workplace wellness month

WebPrevent Blindness has declared March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month to help keep eyes healthy, safe and protected on the job. According to a press release from …

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Study: Eating grapes may benefit eye health

WebA team of researchers recently conducted a randomly assigned, controlled human study that found eating grapes for 16 weeks improved key markers of eye health in older adults. The controlled trial (NCT05064865), published in the scientific journal Food & Function looked at the impact of regular consumption of grapes on macular pigment

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AEYE Health gains FDA clearance to screen diabetics to head off …

WebAEYE Health announced today it has received FDA clearance to market its screening system to detect damage to the retina of the eyes in diabetics. Screening …

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Macular Degeneration Association unveils AMD Centers of …

WebE: [email protected]. P: 941-923-2020. Dr. Mali is the founder & CEO of Mali Enterprises. His relevant financial disclosures include the …

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Ophthalmologists: Castor oil shouldn’t be rubbed in the eyes, no …

WebOphthalmologists are issuing a warning not to use castor oil as a way to treat vision problems amid claims circulating on TikTok. In its heyday, castor oil was …

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Prevent Blindness declares March as Workplace Eye Wellness Month

WebFebruary 28, 2022. David Hutton. OT Staff Reports. Article. The group is offering free sight-savings resources to employees and their employers. March is Workplace Eye Wellness …

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Top 10 healthcare advancements over past 20 years

Web4. Pediatrics: Vaccines as cancer prevention. Medscape calls vaccines for cancer prevention a “radical” healthcare advancement for its ability to prevent cancer, …

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