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New cyclosporine drop for dry eye has advantages over current drops
Approved last May by the Food and Drug Administration, Harrow Health's Vevye drops for the treatment of dry eye syndrome are being hailed as a welcome alternative to current cyclosporine drops.
age related macular degeneration
Something out of science fiction: solar panels for the eyes
With new treatments and scientific advancements being announced almost on a daily basis, it shouldn't be surprising that the next "big thing" might very well be tiny solar panels for the eyes.
healthy diet
When "bad" high-calorie foods are "good"
People have been conditioned over the years to believe that just because a food is high in calories, then it is bad for you.
eating healthy
Celebrate National Nutrition Month during March
Good nutrition can mean different things for each person and isn't something that can be applied across-the-board.
eye ointment
Eye ointment products sold at CVS and Walmart recalled by FDA
The recall was issued due to a potential risk of infection because of a "lack of sterility assurance" at the manufacturing facility.
FDA offers safety tips for seniors managing medicines
As we age, it becomes more common to use more prescription medicines as well as over-the-counter (OTC) medications.
age related macular degeneration
Visual hallucinations commonly associated with age-related macular degeneration
Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS) is a condition that occurs when people lose some or all of their vision.
contact lens
Hydroquinine is an effective disinfectant for contact lenses
Contact lenses must be disinfected on a regular basis and previous studies have found that the disinfecting solutions currently on the market are not effective for preventing biofilm on the lens.
heart health
February is Heart Health Month
Every February, the spotlight is focused on heart disease in the hopes of bringing awareness and sharing steps to help prevent heart disease.