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Exploring the effects of a common weight loss drug on vision

US scientists report that semaglutide does not appear to make diabetic eye disease worse in the majority of patients

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Study seeks to understand the prevalence of sight and hearing loss in the UK

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Three brands of carbomer eye gel recalled

Clinical and regulatory

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Researchers investigate types of visual field loss linked to collision risk

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Subtle vibrations in the ear reveal gaze direction

How sustainable is dry eye disease management?

Scientists and clinicians from Birmingham have investigated the potential of achieving a net-zero dry eye disease care pathway

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Nerve swelling: what would you do?

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Study: Even napping is better for the heart than sitting

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Research finds flexible working can boost heart health

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Less frequent diabetic eye disease screening would result in inequality

Researchers test drug treatment for Acanthamoeba keratitis

UK researchers have investigated the potential of polihexanide for the sight-threatening condition

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How the protein profile of the eye reveals insight on ageing

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Researchers examine effect of warm compress prior to ophthalmic surgery

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Study finds eating grapes could boost macular pigment levels

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Predicting progression of myopia using AI

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Tiny 3D printed eye implant could treat diabetes

Scientists work on eyedrop to replace injections for AMD

In early animal studies, a new compound reversed damage from wet age-related degeneration and promoted healing processes

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Using computer models to help LASIK patients undergoing cataract surgery

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Moorfields Eye Charity and Medical Research Foundation to invest in children’s eye health

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“It is important for ECPs to understand what they need to look for in myopia management studies”

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Pioneering project at University of Bath aims to recycle plastic lab waste

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Vision profile data provides a snapshot of eye health in England

Patient presents with tunnel vision after steroid drops induce glaucoma

The man in his 70s with raised IOP had been using steroid drops to ease ocular redness without the knowledge of his ophthalmologist

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Using AI to screen for diabetic retinopathy in Rwanda