VISION LOSS

May 24 2025HEALTH

The Body's Clock: How Temperature Might Help Those With Vision Loss

The body has a built-in clock. It is called the circadian rhythm. It follows a 24-hour cycle. This cycle is usually set by light. But, for people who have trouble seeing, temperature might play a bigger role. The brain has a main timekeeper. It is called the suprachiasmatic nucleus. It usually syncs with light. But, when light signals are weak or absent, other cues l...

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Mar 19 2025HEALTH

Eyeing New Hope: Retinal Diseases and Innovative Treatments

Retinal issues are a big deal, causing vision problems for many around the globe. These problems often lead to serious vision loss. The current fixes involve some pretty invasive procedures, like sticking needles into the eye. This is not a pleasant experience for patients. So, there is a big push for better, more patient-friendly solutions. The eye is a delicate or...

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Snapshots for Sight: How Simple Photos Can Help in Emergency Eye Care

Emergency rooms can be hectic places, and sometimes, checking a patient's eyes can be tricky. Doctors who aren't eye specialists might find it hard to use traditional methods to look inside the eye. But here's where things get interesting: a new study in Canada shows that using a special type of camera, called a non-mydriatic fundus camera, can be a game-changer. Th...

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Vision Loss: When the Brain Plays Tricks

Ever thought about how our eyes and brain work together to let us see the world? It's like a super cool team effort. When something goes wrong with the connection between the two, it can lead to a serious problem. This is called Neurogenic vision loss. It's not just about the eyes; it's about the brain trying to tell the eyes what to do. Imagine you're in a race aga...

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