In a groundbreaking study published in the European Geriatric Medicine journal, researchers have demonstrated a significant link between vision impairment and malnutrition among older residents in

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, and here’s what those with diabetes need to know to lower their risk of eye disease.

Frequent screen exposure may affect your vision in the long run. Find out which habits can you include in your routine to safeguard your eyesight. 

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Researchers in Europe have restored reading vision to people with dry age-related macular degeneration using a retinal implant and AR glasses.

The global Vision Impairment Devices Market is experiencing significant growth as the demand for assistive technologies continues to expand among individuals with partial or complete vision loss The m...

Disease-associated vision changes are common in GCA, with no significant difference in visual improvement observed with IV glucocorticoids vs oral therapy.

If untreated, a disorder of high brain pressure called idiopathic intracranial hypertension can lead to vision loss. But this disorder can develop without noticeable symptoms, making it hard to catch.

Scientific Reports - Top causes of visual impairment, satisfaction with eye care services, and associated factors among visually impaired patients attending an eye care center in Ethiopia

At SoMi Parc in Miami, design, accessibility and affordability combine to help residents with vision loss live independently.

Introduction Childhood blindness is largely attributable to preventable causes. In children with developmental delay, identifying ocular morbidity is particularly challenging due to limited cooperation and associated comorbidities. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and spectrum of refractive errors, strabismus, and other ocular findings among children with developmental delay attending a tertiary care center in South India, and to highlight the importance of early ophthalmic screening in this population. Methods This retrospective review included 100 preschool children with developmental delay (aged four months to five years) presenting to the ophthalmology outpatient department of a tertiary care center in South India over a period of two years. Visual impairment was defined as visual acuity below the age-appropriate expected level despite best correction, or, in uncooperative children, based on abnormal fixation behavior and inability to maintain central, steady fixation. Evaluation included visual acuity testing, refraction, ocular alignment assessment, and comprehensive ophthalmic examination. Results Visual impairment was observed in 66 (66%) children (95% CI: 56-75). Refractive errors were identified in 84% (95% CI: 75-90) of the cohort, with hypermetropia being the most frequent subtype (65, 78%), followed by myopia (15, 18%) and astigmatism (38, 45%). Strabismus was detected in 12% of children, most frequently exotropia. Causes of developmental delay included prematurity (69%), syndromic associations such as Down syndrome (10%), and miscellaneous factors (21%). Conclusion Nearly two-thirds of children with developmental delay had visual impairment, predominantly due to refractive errors and strabismus. Early ophthalmic screening and timely management are essential to reduce preventable visual disability and improve neurodevelopmental outcomes in this vulnerable group.

Electronic implant restores sight to patients with age-related condition, heralding ‘new era’ for artificial vision

In Saul Valdivia's preschool classroom, a neon green light emanates from underneath the opaque surface of a wooden table. An assortment of plastic bugs and wooden shapes lay scattered across

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Research finds significant ‘unmet need’ for help with sight and hearing health with many people unaware of problems