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Patients diagnosed with migraine headaches are at least 20% more likely to have dry eye disease (DED) than those without migraines, according to a study by University of North Carolina
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Patients diagnosed with migraine headaches are at least 20% more likely to have dry eye disease (DED) than those without migraines, according to a study by University of North Carolina
A new study casts doubt on the effectiveness of laser peripheral iridotomy treatment, used commonly around the world as a preventative measure for people at risk of developing primary angle closure
Researchers at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) have created a hydrogel which could be made into a contact lens to more effectively treat corneal melting. Often injectable hydrogels are applied
Massachusetts University scientists claim to have given mammals night vision to see light beyond the visible spectrum and into the range of infrared light. The vision enhancement, done with a simple
Researchers in Oxford say they have carried out the world’s first gene therapy operation to tackle the root cause of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The procedure was carried out at the John
An international glaucoma study showed use of the Glaukos iStent trabecular micro-bypass stent during cataract surgery delivered a 38% reduction in mean intraocular pressure (IOP) to 14.7 mmHg after
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded a recall of the Raindrop corneal inlay to Class 1, its highest level used for devices with the potential to cause serious injuries or death.RVO
With an Australian election imminent, Optometry Australia has launched its election campaign, calling for all sides of government to support its vision for a sustainable and effective eye care system
Roche has announced it will buy Spark Therapeutics for US$4.3 billion.Philadelphia-based Spark Therapeutics discovers, develops and delivers gene therapies for genetic diseases, including blindness,
A couple getting married in India made headlines when they asked not for wedding gifts, but for guests to sign up as donors to an eye bank on their big day.The Times of India (TOI) reported the couple
A Canadian woman has created a new contact lens prototype to enable people with colour blindness to see a full spectrum of colour.Colorsmith Labs CEO Gabrielle Masone, in partnership with scientists
Australian consumers are being reminded to tell their pharmacists about any complementary medicines they are taking, when picking up their prescription medicines.NPS MedicineWise says with almost 7