Eye Health
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Eye scans may predict Parkinson disease diagnosis
Scans to find abnormalities in the retina could identify people at future risk of Parkinson disease, British researchers have reported. Read more
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AI improves diagnosis of retina disease
Artificial intelligence could be used to help diagnose inherited retinal diseases, according to research presented at the European Society of Human Genetics conference. Read more
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Eye imaging plus AI predicts heart risk
Medical images of the retina can accurately predict an individual’s risk of cardiovascular disease and death, scientists report today. Read more
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Deep red light exposure improves declining eyesight
Exposing the eyes to three minutes of deep red light once a week can significantly improve declining eyesight – but only if it is done in the morning. Read more
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Myopia in children linked to COVID-19 pandemic
An increase in myopia among children could be linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new study out today has suggested. Read more
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Eye surface changes could identify long COVID
Long COVID could be identified by nerve fibre loss and an increase in dendritic cells on the cornea, doctors suggest today. Read more
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Macular degeneration proteins pinpointed
Researchers have found a set of five proteins which are linked to age-related macular degeneration, it has been announced. Read more
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Glaucoma type linked to cognitive impairment risk
Normal-tension glaucoma has been linked to an increased risk of cognitive impairment and possibly dementia, Australian researchers report today. Read more
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Brain-related visual problem ‘common’ in children
Researchers are hoping to raise awareness of a brain-related visual impairment, which may be more common than previously believed. Read more
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Air pollution increases macular risk
A new, long-term study has revealed a link between air pollution and an increased risk of age-related macular degeneration. Read more