Anatomy of the Eye
Learn about the complex structures in the eye and how it processes light.
Common Eye Diseases
The most common eye diseases in people over age 50 are cataracts, glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
Refractive Errors that Impact Vision Impairment
The four types of refractive errors—the most common vision impairment—are nearsightedness (myopia), farsightedness (hyperopia), astigmatism, and presbyopia.
Safe Handling Practices of Contact Lenses
If you wear contact lens, here’s how to handle them properly.
Iris Freckles
Small dark spots that look like freckles in the iris of the eye are generally harmless. Here’s what you need to know about these eye freckles.
Styes and Chalazia: Treatment and Prevention
Learn about treatement and prevention of styes and chalazia which are common lumps on the eyelid.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome is severe and left untreated, it can eventually scar the cornea and possibly cause permanent vision problems. Here are some tips on how to bring relief to dry and burning eyes.
A Focus on Eye Drops
Here’s your guide to over-the-counter relief for dry, red, or itchy eyes.
Night Driving and Vision Problems
The rundown on night vison problems and how to improve your sight.
The Impact of Blue Light on Your Eyes
Can light from your laptop, phones and other screen devices damage your eyes and vision?
Overview of Cataracts
Learn about cataracts, a vision disorder that is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness worldwide.
Causes of Cataracts
The causes of cataracts are unknown but we do know some risk factors for this debilitating vision disorder that can be managed.
Symptoms and Diagnosing Cataracts
The most common symptom of cataracts is cloudy or blurred vision.
Preventing Cataracts
Cataracts and the resulting vision problems are preventable. Here’s how you can reduce your risk.
Treating Cataracts with Surgery
Surgery is the only way to cure cataracts, but some people can improve their vision with lifestyle changes.
Types of Cataract Surgery
Learn about the different types of cataract surgery to understand your options and get your vision back on track.
Possible Complications of Cataract Surgery
Complications with cataract surgery to correct cataracts can impact vision and are higher for the elderly and those with existing health problems.
Cataracts, Cataract Surgery, and Cognitive Function
Can cataract surgery improve cognitive function in addition to curbing vision loss?Cataracts, Cataract Surgery, and Cognitive Function
Can cataract surgery improve cognitive function in addition to curbing vision loss?
Overview of Glaucoma
Here's the rundown on glaucoma—the second leading treatable cause of blindness and vision loss in the U.S.
Causes of Glaucoma
Learn when and how to treat glaucoma to protect your vision.
Symptoms and Prevention of Glaucoma
Learn the signs of glaucoma and how to prevent it in order to protect your vision.
Diagnosing Glaucoma
Think your vision problem is due to glaucoma? Here’s how it can be diagnosed.
Overview of Treating Glaucoma
Learn when and how to treat glaucoma to prevent vision problems.
Treating Glaucoma with Medication
Learn how to treat glaucoma with medication to fight off vision problems and eye damage.
Treating Angle-Closure Glaucoma
Here is how to treat angle-closure glaucoma and help preserve your vision.
Overview of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration can leave you unable to drive or read without a magnifying glass due to vision loss.
Types of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is always dry but it can also be wet. Learn the signs, symptoms, and risk of dry and wet AMD and how they affect vision.
Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Depression
Macular degeneration is often accompanied by depression. Learn treatment approaches that help with depression related to low vision.
Symptoms and Monitoring of Age-Related
Macular Degeneration
If you have symptoms of age-related macular degeneration, including vision problems, you will want to monitor them carefully.
Macular Degeneration
Slowing the Progression of Late-Stage Age-Related
Macular Degeneration
Supplements offer most convincing evidence in stopping late-stage age-related macular degeneration and improving vision.
Macular Degeneration
Research Connects Mediterranean Diet to Reduced
Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Healthy diet and healthy vision go hand in hand. The Mediterranean diet offers research-approved nutrition for your eyes.
Risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Diagnosing Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Find out the variety of methods used to diagnose age-related macular degeneration and your vision.
Treating Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Early detection and treatment are the keys to treating age-related macular degeneration, a vision disorder that can cause vision loss.
Low-Vision Aids for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Learn about the many tools that can help you see better.
Diabetes Complications: Retinopathy, Cataracts,
and Glaucoma
Diabetes can cause serious eye damage and vision problems if left untreated. If you have diabetes, see an eye doctor regularly.
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