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211) Optometrists and ophthalmologists battle over eye care in West Virginia
February 11th, 2010
The Senate in West Virginia is overseeing a conflict on eye care between ophthalmologists and optometrists. There is a motion that will allow for optometrists to perform certain medical procedures such as giving injections and performing eye surgeries with scalpels and lasers. Currently, only ophthalmologists can perform these tasks. Read More >>
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212) Cholesterol drugs found to decrease the risk of cataracts in men
February 10th, 2010
Although individuals may be taking the cholesterol medication to benefit their heart health, keep their health in check, they may also be reducing their risk of developing cataracts. Read More >>
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213) Could glaucoma meds help you live longer?
February 10th, 2010
Individuals with poor eye health who are taking drugs for glaucoma may have a longer lifespan. A new study suggests the medications given to treat the eye health condition can significantly lower one's mortality rate. Read More >>
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214) High altitudes may cause swelling, but won't affect vision
February 9th, 2010
Individuals who climb high altitudes may notice some corneal swelling, but they should not be concerned about having their vision affected, according to a new study. Read More >>
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215) Students can see their future eye health with the help of virtual-aging machine
February 9th, 2010
Students in the United Kingdom are being given the opportunity to see what their futures hold in store for their appearance and eye health. Read More >>
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216) Researchers discover how high blood sugar could lead to blindness
February 8th, 2010
Although experts have always known that high blood sugar from diabetes is related to vision loss, it has never before been determined exactly how this process occurs. Read More >>
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217) Saffron may improve individuals' eye health
February 8th, 2010
Some medical experts have reported that nutrients such as lutein and vitamin E have the ability to improve your eye health. However, a new study suggests that saffron may also keep individuals from losing their vision. Read More >>
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218) Scientists find Goji berries can be beneficial to eye health
February 5th, 2010
According to scientists, Goji berries, which are also known as Wolfberries, have an array of nutrients and antioxidants, some of which could be beneficial to eye health. Read More >>
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219) Government officials remind older Iowans that February is low vision month
February 5th, 2010
February is low vision month, which means that at this time of year, elderly are more susceptible to developing certain eye diseases that could cause them to lose their vision. Read More >>
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220) Snowmobilers travel for eye bank awareness
February 5th, 2010
Individuals in Ontario, Canada, recently went snowmobiling to raise awareness for a local eye bank, which collects donations of eye tissues. Read More >>
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