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HEALTH May 20, 2023

Dianne Feinstein was sicker than public knew due to shingles that caused brain inflammation

As Sen. Dianne Feinstein of California "continues to have complications from Ramsay Hunt syndrome" — even as she returns to the Senate — what to know about her rare neurological complications.

HEALTH May 15, 2023

Be well: Get regular eye exams to protect vision and catch warning signs early

During an eye exam, eye doctors can detect signs of more than 270 chronic health conditions. Discover what to expect during an exam, along with tips to prevent digital eye strain.

Artificial Intelligence May 11, 2023

Is AI ADA compliant?

AI is not in and of itself ADA complaint. Although concerns exist that artificial technology can discriminate against the disabled, it can also solve accessibility problems.

LIFESTYLE April 28, 2023

From transgendered to 'transabled': Now people are 'choosing' to identify as handicapped

Transableism is a newer term for those who identify as handicapped. These individuals wish to be blind, crippled or more. Medical experts weigh in on this troubling trend.

TECH April 25, 2023

Amazon just did something to improve hearing while watching Prime Video

Some movies and TV shows have dialogue that is harder to hear for some people. Amazon's new Dialogue Boost feature isolates sound to improve listening.

LIFESTYLE April 20, 2023

UK charity to partner with Virgin Airlines to better assist passengers with visual impairments

Virgin Atlantic is partnering with Guide Dogs to provide training for travel employees on how to best support those with visual impairments while in the air.

VISION AND HEARING April 4, 2023

Mississippi woman who was blind in right eye for years regains partial vision: 'Pretty cool'

A woman in Jackson, Mississippi — who had no vision in her right eye for seven years — now has reported she can see colors and shapes and even read signs again. Here's what happened.

HEALTH March 28, 2023

Doctors warn against 'beezin'' trend as people apply lip balm to eyelids: Why it's dangerous

"Beezin'" which has appeared on TikTok, involves users applying lip balm to their eyelids. Experts, however, are warning people to steer clear as it could cause infections.

HEALTH March 25, 2023

Eye drop bacterial contamination 'could have happened anywhere' — here's how to protect against it

Dr. James Kelly of Kelly Vision Center in New York appeared on "Fox & Friends Weekend" to discuss recent cases of eye drops tainted with drug-resistant bacteria — and how to stay safe.

VIDEO March 25, 2023

Dr. James Kelly shares advice on drug-resistant bacteria linked to eye drops

Kelly Vision Center founder Dr. James Kelly, M.D., discusses the outbreak of drug-resistant bacteria linked to eye drops, the investigation into the contamination and provides advice on how to decrease infection.

Health March 24, 2023

Early Alzheimer’s disease could be diagnosed through eye exams, new study suggests

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles have found the human eye can show early signals of Alzheimer's disease long before symptoms of dementia become apparent, according to a study.