Intravitrealbevacizumab does not benefit patients with advanced neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and very poor vision, according to a small study.Bevacizumab is effective against subfovealchoroidal neovascularization (CNV) due to AMD. But it is unclear whether it will benefit patients with more advanced disease, Dr. PierluigiIacono of the Scientific Institute San Raffaele in Mil
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Bevacizumab Shows No Benefit in Advanced-Stage AMD
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4408 days ago (Editorial)Why Do Women Need Reading Glasses Sooner Than Men?
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4408 days ago (Editorial)
Studies have consistently reported that women require reading glasses or bifocal lenses earlier than men. According to a recent Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science paper, the gender difference is caused by factors other than focusing ability, such as arm length or preferred reading distance, which should be considered when prescribing readers or bifocals. To see more details visit, www.
Demonstrating Technique To Give Us Better Understanding Of Human Tissues Focuses On Eye Tissues
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4409 days ago (Editorial)
Research from North Carolina State University demonstrates that a relatively new microscopy technique can be used to improve our understanding of human tissues and other biomedical materials. The study focused specifically on eye tissues, which are damaged by scarring in diabetic patients. The study is one of the first to explore how this technology, called bimodal dual AC mode microscopy, can im
People With Diabetes Who Eat More Fruit Less Likely to Develop Diabetic Retinopathy
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4409 days ago (Editorial)
Here's another reason for people with diabetes to eat plenty of fruit: It may help prevent eye complications that can lead to vision loss.Japanese researchers studied 978 people with diabetes who filled out detailed food questionnaires. They were followed for eight years, during which time they were given annual eye exams.When the study started, they had no signs of eye problems. Over the next ei
Eat more greens to help keep eyes healthy
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4409 days ago (Editorial)
Less than a third of people eat the recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables a day, according to new research. As well as being an essential component of a well-balanced diet, fruit and vegetables also play an important role in keeping eyes healthy. Lutein is an antioxidant found in leafy greens such as spinach, broccoli and kale which is particularly beneficial to eye health, however it
Eyesight Problems Reducing Among Older Americans
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4409 days ago (Editorial)
Older Americans are reporting fewer serious eyesight problems today than they were a generation ago, according to a new study published in the journal Ophthalmology recently. The researchers suggest improvements in healthcare such as cataract surgery and lower rates of macular degeneration may be the main reasons.From 1984 until 2010, the decrease in visual impairment in those 65 and older was hi
Aging Population Drives Eye Health Market
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4409 days ago (Editorial)
To combat vision problems, many consumers have turned to eye health supplements and vitamins that deliver beneficial ingredients such as lutein, zeaxanthin, lycopene and curcumin. Increased knowledge on the benefits of these supplements paired with an aging population has steadily driven market profits. Market research firm SPINS reported current sales for the combined channel of vitamins and sup
Research Reveals That The Eyes Give Away More Than We Might Thing
Posted by Bharat (#1) 4412 days ago (Editorial)
Our eyes don't just take in the world around us, they can also reflect our emotional state, influence our memories, and provide clues about the way we think. Here is some of the latest research from the journals Psychological Science and Current Directions in Psychological Science in which scientists show there's much more to the eyes than people might think.
- Pupil Dilation Reflects the