Eye Health Stories
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New Stem Cell Treatment May Be The Key To Reversing Age-Related Vision Loss
So stem cells have what it takes to treat the leading cause of vision loss in the elderly? -
The Bizarre Horrors Of Ancient Cataract Surgeries
Doctors of the past weren't sure what cataracts were, but that didn't stop them from trying to operate. -
Vision Impairment Linked To Worse Quality Of Life
While vision impairment can lead to lower quality of life on its own, the negative impact on daily activities may be even more pronounced for people who also suffer from other chronic health problems. -
Untrained Receptionist Glues Toddler's Eye Closed In Medical Procedure
A 3-year-old in Canada was admitted to the hospital after his eye was accidentally glued shut. -
Combination Of Genes And Books May Be Recipe For Lifetime Of Glasses
Researchers may have figured out why children who read a lot are more likely to develop myopia, or nearsightedness. -
How Far Can The Eye See? The Answer May Be In The Stars (Seriously)
A new approach to an age-old question may have just cracked open a mystery about the eye. -
This Is How The Bionic Eye Works [VIDEO]
This prosthetic vision device can restore vision to the blind by sending lightwave signals to the optic nerve. -
Scientists Develop Eye Drops That Can Melt Away Cataracts
Researchers are working on an eye drop that can melt away cataracts and prevent them from coming back. -
Watch This Baby With New Glasses See Her Parents For The First Time
This adorable little girl is absolutely overjoyed when she sees her parents clearly for the first time. -
Human Eye Can Distinguish Between Most Subtle Nanoscale Differences
Never underestimate the human eye’s ability to see subtle differences in color and thickness. -
4 Horror Stories That Will Make You Rethink Those Eyelash Extensions
Ladies, less is more. -
Colorblind Artist Listens To Color To Paint Symphonies [VIDEO]
Colorblind artist Neil Harbisson has been claimed to be the first recognized cyborg in the world after being able to listen to color, even in his dreams.
