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Eye HealthJul 6, 2026

A Gene-Agnostic Therapy Is Restoring Vision in People With Advanced Retinal Degeneration

A gene-agnostic retinal degeneration therapy is restoring up to 6 lines of vision in patients, with gains lasting 3 years regardless of genetic mutation.

Eye HealthJul 1, 2026

When Eye Injections Get Too Expensive: How Losing Copay Help Is Changing Retina Care

Losing copay help cost macular degeneration patients over $1,100 in six months and forced more frequent eye injections, a new study finds.

Eye HealthJun 15, 2026

A New Eyeglass Lens Is Slowing Myopia in Kids by 71%,Here's How It Works

A new eyeglass lens called Stellest slows myopia progression in kids by 71%, outperforming drops and contacts with no side effects.

Eye HealthJun 15, 2026

Most Adults Don't Know How Diet Affects Their Eyes, Yet They're Taking Supplements Anyway

Most adults taking eye health supplements don't understand how diet affects vision, yet fewer than 1 in 10 report good nutritional knowledge, a new study.

Eye HealthJun 13, 2026

Scientists Discover Five Blood Markers That Could Help Prevent High Myopia Before Vision Loss Occurs

Scientists identify five blood compounds that could prevent high myopia and vision loss, with glutamine and tyrosine showing 24-28% risk reduction.

Eye HealthJun 12, 2026

How AI Is Reshaping Eye Care: What Ophthalmologists Need to Know

The AAO has embedded eye care guidelines into OpenEvidence, an AI platform used by over 65% of U.S. doctors, giving ophthalmologists free point-of-care.

Eye HealthJun 1, 2026

After Cataract Surgery, When Does Your Vision Actually Clear Up? Here's What to Expect

Vision begins improving within days after cataract surgery, but complete clarity takes several weeks as your eye adjusts to the new lens.

Eye HealthMay 29, 2026

Why Your Eyes May Be Failing Without You Knowing It

Serious eye diseases like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy develop without symptoms, making regular eye exams critical for preventing vision loss.

Eye HealthMay 28, 2026

New Drug Cuts Risk of Losing Driving Ability From Eye Disease by 41%

IZERVAY eye drug reduces risk of losing driving ability from geographic atrophy by 41%, offering hope for millions with this progressive vision disease.

Eye HealthMay 22, 2026

Why People With Diabetes Are Losing Their Vision: What Regular Eye Exams Can Prevent

Regular diabetic eye exams prevent vision loss by detecting retinal damage before symptoms appear, protecting sight from diabetes complications.

Eye HealthMay 18, 2026

What Your Eye Doctor Actually Sees During an Exam: The Hidden Health Clues Behind That Bright Light

Your eye exam reveals far more than whether you need glasses. Doctors examine your retina, optic nerve, and blood vessels to spot early signs of diabetes, high...

Eye HealthMay 14, 2026

Why Your Child's School Performance May Depend on a Simple Eye Exam

Many children don't realize they have vision problems, assuming everyone sees the same way.

Eye HealthMay 8, 2026

Your Gum Disease May Be Silently Damaging Your Eyes: What a Major Study Reveals

A large study of over 25,000 patients found that periodontal disease significantly increases risk for 15+ eye conditions, from glaucoma to cataracts.

Eye HealthMay 5, 2026

Your Eye Doctor Can Now Spot Brain Disease Before Symptoms Appear: Here's How AI Is Changing Vision Care

Researchers are using AI and retinal imaging to detect Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other neurodegenerative diseases years before symptoms emerge, offering a...

Eye HealthApr 30, 2026

How Urban Air Pollution Is Silently Damaging Your Eyes: What NYC Residents Need to Know

NYC's air pollution is triggering widespread dry eye disease, allergies, and long-term vision damage.

Eye HealthApr 25, 2026

Why Independent Eye Clinics Are Making a Comeback in America's Healthcare

After years of hospital consolidation, independent ophthalmology clinics are returning to communities, offering faster appointments and personalized care for...

Eye HealthApr 20, 2026

Your Eye Doctor Can Spot Early Signs of Dementia: Here's What You Need to Know

A 16-year study found older adults with vision loss have twice the risk of dementia.

Eye HealthApr 16, 2026

A Glaucoma Drug Just Got Insurance Coverage for Office Procedures: What This Means for Your Eye Care

IOPIDINE 1% now has Medicare reimbursement for in-office use starting July 2026, making it easier for eye doctors to prevent dangerous pressure spikes during...

Eye HealthApr 15, 2026

A Diabetes Drug Is Getting a Second Life as an Eye Drop: What This Means for Age-Related Vision Loss

Metformin, a common diabetes medication, is being reformulated as an eye drop to treat age-related macular degeneration.

Eye HealthApr 15, 2026

After Cataract Surgery, Younger Patients Face Surprising Risk of Lens Dislocation

A large study reveals that patients under 40 who experience complications during cataract surgery face a 4.5-fold higher risk of intraocular lens dislocation,...

Eye HealthApr 14, 2026

A Rare Genetic Disease Is Hiding in Plain Sight: Why Your Eye Doctor Should Screen for Danon Disease

Pigmentary retinopathy may be the first sign of Danon disease, a rare inherited heart condition.

Eye HealthApr 14, 2026

Smoking Doubles Your Risk of Vision Loss: A Global Study Reveals the Eye Damage You Can't See Coming

A major global study of 12 million patients found smokers face 2.6 times higher risk of cataracts and significantly increased risks for glaucoma, macular...

Eye HealthApr 13, 2026

Six Eye Diseases That Steal Your Vision Silently: Here's What You Need to Know

Most blindness cases worldwide are preventable or treatable if caught early. Eye experts reveal the six leading causes of vision loss and the warning signs you...

Eye HealthApr 11, 2026

Vitiligo Linked to Higher Risk of Vision-Threatening Eye Diseases

People with vitiligo face significantly elevated risk of glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, suggesting autoimmune involvement in eye...

Eye HealthApr 10, 2026

After Retinal Detachment Surgery: What Recovery Really Looks Like

Retinal detachment surgery can restore vision, but recovery takes months. Here's what patients actually experience and why timing matters for your sight.

Eye HealthApr 9, 2026

Smoking's Hidden Toll on Your Eyes: Why This Habit Threatens Multiple Vision-Stealing Diseases

A major study of over 12 million patients reveals smoking dramatically increases risk of cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal diseases.