February 08, 2012: More Success With Gene Therapy for Blindness
Repeat treatment improves vision for three adults with rare eye disease

January 23, 2012: Small Stem Cell Study Claims Early Success in Treating Eye Disease
Two patients appeared to benefit from therapy for macular degeneration

January 05, 2012: Could Daily Aspirin Harm Seniors' Eyes?
Study found possible association between drug and age-related macular degeneration

December 31, 2011: Uncork With Care, Eye Experts Warn
To avoid injury when opening your bottle of bubbly, follow these tips

December 29, 2011: Risk Factors for Vision Loss After Spine Surgery Identified
Rare complication occurs in as many as one out of every 1,000 spine surgeries, researchers say

December 28, 2011: Fungus Found in Sinks Can Cause Serious Infections
Fusarium was the cause of an outbreak of hard-to-treat cornea infections in contact lens wearers

December 19, 2011: Health Tip: Are You at Risk for Macular Degeneration?
Common risk factors for the eye condition

December 05, 2011: 3-D TV Doesn't Raise Seizure Risk for Kids With Epilepsy: Study
Researchers note that certain patterns, colors, flickering images a greater threat

December 03, 2011: Few Contact Lens Users Follow All Care Guidelines, Study Finds
New strategies needed to improve compliance, researchers say

November 22, 2011: Study Looks at Nude Images' Effect on the Brain
Human mind more readily processes photos of naked vs. clothed people

November 17, 2011: Fewer Diabetic Vision Problems Reported: CDC
Researchers say better control of the blood sugar disease could explain the trend

November 08, 2011: Space Travel Might Lead to Eye Trouble: Study
Microgravity could spur blurred vision that could affect astronauts for years after return to Earth

November 03, 2011: Skin Reacts to UV Light Faster Than Thought, Study Finds
Discovery could hold key to new types of sunscreens, researchers say

October 31, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 30, 2011: Glaucoma Experts Eye Benefits of Exercise
Moderate activity may reduce an important risk factor, study finds

October 28, 2011: Spooky Contacts Can Be a Nightmare for Your Eyes
Infections, even blindness, may result from nonprescription contact lenses, FDA warns

October 24, 2011: Outdoor Time May Reduce Nearsightedness in Children
Kids with myopia spend about four hours less outside each week than others, study shows

October 21, 2011: Blocked Tear Ducts Linked to 'Lazy Eye' in Kids
These children need comprehensive eye examinations, researchers say

October 03, 2011: Mild Strokes May Have Hidden Effects
High rates of depression, sleeplessness common, study shows

September 30, 2011: Cocaine Increases Risk for Glaucoma: Study
Abusers with the eye disease significantly younger than other glaucoma patients who did not do drugs

September 30, 2011: FDA Warns LASIK Providers: Stop Making False Claims
Agency giving practitioners 90 days to curtail inflated promises, missing safety info in ads

September 16, 2011: Fall-Prone Seniors May Have Trouble Adjusting to Poorer Vision
Some elderly may not alter their walking speed when their sight is impaired, study finds

September 16, 2011: Cholesterol Deposits Around Eyes Linked to Heart Risk
Researchers find an association, but don't prove 'cause and effect,' study says

September 12, 2011: Eye Antibiotics Can Cause Drug-Resistant Bacteria: Study
80 percent of specific bacteria samples seemed resistant to at least three antibiotics, researchers say

August 16, 2011: Health Tip: Warning Signs of Vision Loss
Do you have trouble seeing, even while wearing glasses?

August 14, 2011: 'Rub and Rinse' Best Way to Clean Soft Contact Lenses
Extra step before soaking helps remove resistant germs, researchers say

August 08, 2011: Frequent Tests Help Track Progression of Glaucoma, Study Finds
Screening patients twice a year better than annual screenings, researchers say

July 22, 2011: Smartphones May Be Taxing Your Eyes
Combo of small fonts, phones held close to browse Web and text can cause eyestrain, headaches, study finds

July 15, 2011: Younger Kids Respond Better to 'Lazy Eye' Treatment
Those aged 3 to 7 fared better than older children, analysis found

July 07, 2011: Giant Weed Can Cause Blisters, Even Blindness
Officials urge people to steer clear of the giant hogweed

July 04, 2011: Woman Loses Eye in Bottle Rocket Attack
Unsupervised kids with dangerous fireworks, she says, changed her life forever

June 13, 2011: Spending on Glaucoma Meds Rising in U.S., Study Finds
Certain groups of patients, including those on public health insurance, seem to be most affected

June 02, 2011: Health Tip: Signs That You May Have Pinkeye
The condition usually is very contagious

May 26, 2011: Scientists Appear One Step Closer to Reading Minds
Scottish researchers decoded information contained within certain brainwaves related to vision

May 26, 2011: Special Tinted Glasses May Stymie Migraines
Study found some sufferers who wore them weren't bothered by visually disturbing patterns

May 18, 2011: Selenium Might Help Treat Symptoms in Graves' Eye Disease
Study finds improved quality of life in patients with mild eye problems due to the autoimmune disorder

May 09, 2011: Researchers Outline Key Risk Factors for Glaucoma
Even a small rise in pressure within the eye can raise the odds for the disease

May 06, 2011: Chemicals May Raise Health Risks for Nail Salon Workers
One-third report problems such as headaches and irritation of the nose, throat, skin, study finds

April 26, 2011: Health Tip: Eyeing Macular Degeneration
Diet changes may reduce your risk

April 20, 2011: Couch-Potato Kids: It Shows in Their Eyes, Researchers Say
Excess screen time, low physical activity linked to narrow retinal vessels, predicting poor heart health

April 01, 2011: Sports Gear Should Also Protect Eyes, Experts Say
Athletes can avoid devastating injuries by wearing activity-specific protective eyewear

March 29, 2011: Some Type 1 Diabetics Seem Shielded Against Complications
In one group that had diabetes for 50 years, many never developed expected problems, study finds

March 24, 2011: Progress Seen in Creating Eye Cells From Stem Cells
Lab success may someday help people with macular degeneration, researchers say

March 21, 2011: Eye Surgery May Benefit Some Patients With Facial Paralysis
Treatment to close the eye improves comfort, quality of life, small study says

March 14, 2011: Stroke More Likely in People With Retinal Disease
Study finds nearly double the rate with vascular disease called RVO

March 14, 2011: Eating Fish Might Protect Your Eyesight
Study found omega-3 fatty acids linked to lower risk of age-related macular degeneration

March 10, 2011: Elderly Tend to Drive Slower to Make Up for Reaction Time
Narrowed field of vision limits ability to detect potential pedestrian hazards, experts say

March 03, 2011: Computer Vision Syndrome: Fact or Fiction?
Eye experts take different views on whether it's a serious malady

March 01, 2011: Study Rates Success of Corneal Transplants in Kids
Most children, once legally blind, achieved 20/40 vision or better, researcher says

February 21, 2011: Health Tip: Protect Your Eyes From Corneal Abrasion
Be careful with contact lenses, machinery