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Could waist size determine DR risk?
Study demonstrates the potential of using weight-adjusted waist index to predict the risk of diabetic retinopathy.
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Analysis: Global DR cases on the rise, sparking urgent need for intervention
Study highlights concerning global, regional, and national trends in DR-related blindness.
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Eye blinks naturally keep tempo with music, study finds
Investigators explore how blinking rates synchronize with varying tempo rates—and the corresponding brain wave connection.
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Essilor Stellest 2.0 lenses demonstrate superior efficacy in slowing myopia progression
Upgraded FDA-authorized spectacle lenses for pediatric myopia control found to slow axial elongation more effectively after 1 year with advanced technology.
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Study identifies key vitamin supplementation for NCP
Vitamins B3, 12, and D may offer new therapeutic approaches to neuropathic corneal pain management.
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DR risk may significantly increase with low hemoglobin levels
New research found low levels independently increased the risk among diabetic patients—with a strong association for proliferative DR.
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The Dry Eye Society of the Americas launches as new nonprofit
Founded by leading dry eye specialists, DESA intends to establish dry eye as a recognized subspecialty.
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New 5-year Syfovre data indicates extended delay of GA progression
GALE extension study findings show delayed GA lesion growth by an estimated 1.5 years in patients receiving continuous treatment.
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Nearly 50% of adults with keratoconus still facing high rate of progression
Study finds, across all age groups, patients with advanced disease were most at risk of keratoconus progression.
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Antidepressant use may lower AMD risk
Study outlines potential explanations for link between antidepressant use and reduced risk of AMD onset and progression.
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RGC thickness may be early retinal indicator with oral HCQ
Screening with SD-OCT may aid in identifying patients with retinal toxicity before visual field loss.
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Advanced AMD linked to imbalanced gut microbiome
Though seemingly unrelated, gut flora may play a surprising role in the pathogenesis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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Viatris and Locus Biosciences to develop antibacterial therapies for ophthalmic infections
Collaboration will utilize Locus’ advanced precision drug development platform to address increasing burden of antimicrobial resistance in eye infections.
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Myopia may delay DR development and progression
Study used Mendelian randomization to identify a causal relationship between myopia and diabetic retinopathy.
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Women with osteoporosis more prone to AMD development
Study highlights the key role of declining estrogen levels in the risk of developing AMD and osteoporosis.
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Atopic dermatitis linked to increased risk for AMD
Study highlights importance of monitoring adult patients with atopic dermatitis for signs of AMD.
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Lower AMD risk tied to long-term metformin use
Study joins growing body of research on the protective effect of metformin against AMD risk in diabetic patients.
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Real-world data support IZERVAY's long-term benefits
OLE trial of the GATHER2 study finds continued GA lesion growth for up to 3.5 years—with earlier intervention offering greater protection of the retinal tissue.
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Physical activity tied to decreased glaucoma progression
Study highlights several ways that exercise may reduce the risk of progression in POAG patients.
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