Tag: Eye / Vision Problems: Misc.
August 2016 Briefing – Ophthalmology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for August 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Laser Pointers Can Cause Retinal Injury in Children
Although uncommon, vision impairment from these devices can be permanent
Postnatal Steroids Tied to Higher Ocular Risk for Premature Infants
Risk of retinopathy of prematurity was 60 percent higher for infants treated with corticosteroids
Oily Fish Consumption May Ward Off Diabetic Retinopathy
Two servings a week tied to 48 percent reduced risk of incident sight-threatening diabetic retinopathy
Patients Still Risking Eye Damage With Poor Contact Lens Care
Education should focus on informing wearers of common behaviors putting them at risk for infection
Young Children in Highest Risk Group for Chemical Eye Injuries
Chemical eye injuries most often occur in residential locations, among those in lower income quartiles
Good Vision and Eye Health Rated High Priority by U.S. Adults
However, many adults are unaware about important eye diseases and risk factors for losing vision
Handheld Probe Allows In Vivo Retinal Imaging in Children
Able to quantify packing densities of parafoveal cone photoreceptors, visualize photoreceptor substructure
Sedentary Behavior Linked to Diabetic Retinopathy
60 minute/day increase in sedentary behavior increases odds of mild or worse diabetic retinopathy
July 2016 Briefing – Ophthalmology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Ophthalmology for July 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
