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Damon Wayans reveals the scary symptom that led to his type 2 diabetes diagnosis

April 29, 2026

Damon Wayans reveals the scary symptom that led to his type 2 diabetes diagnosis

Damon Wayans details his type 2 diabetes journey, the symptoms that alarmed him and his new partnership to raise awareness for the diabetic eye disease DME.

First-ever gene therapy for hearing loss gets FDA approval: 'Groundbreaking'

April 24, 2026

First-ever gene therapy for hearing loss gets FDA approval: 'Groundbreaking'

The FDA has approved Otarmeni, the first-ever gene therapy for genetic hearing loss caused by the OTOF gene, for both pediatric and adult patients after positive results.

SEE IT: 2-year-old steals show at White House as Trump spotlights 'miracle cure' for deaf boy

April 24, 2026

SEE IT: 2-year-old steals show at White House as Trump spotlights 'miracle cure' for deaf boy

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has given accelerated approval for Regeneron's Otarmeni gene therapy, which Trump says enabled a deaf boy to hear.

Common ear conditions tied to rising dementia risk in new study: 'Strong association'

April 20, 2026

Common ear conditions tied to rising dementia risk in new study: 'Strong association'

New research suggests common and treatable ear conditions, including eardrum perforation and cholesteatoma, may be linked to a higher risk of dementia.

Sleeping without a pillow could have surprising health benefit, study suggests

April 15, 2026

Sleeping without a pillow could have surprising health benefit, study suggests

New research suggests sleeping with stacked pillows may raise eye pressure in glaucoma patients. Sleep experts discuss the benefits and risks of sleeping without a pillow.

Americans wait overnight for access to free healthcare as costs soar ‘out of reach’

April 11, 2026

Americans wait overnight for access to free healthcare as costs soar ‘out of reach’

Some Americans are sleeping in their cars for days to receive free healthcare from Remote Area Medical's volunteer pop-up clinics across the country. CEO Chris Hall shares details.

Carrots aren't the only food for better vision: 4 others that may help protect your eyes

March 8, 2026

Carrots aren't the only food for better vision: 4 others that may help protect your eyes

Discover four surprising foods that boost eye health beyond carrots. Learn how egg yolks, pistachios, sweet potatoes and spinach protect vision naturally.

Common vision issue linked to type of lighting used in Americans' homes

February 26, 2026

Common vision issue linked to type of lighting used in Americans' homes

New research suggests that dim indoor lighting, not screens, may trigger the global myopia epidemic that's expected to affect nearly half of the world's population by 2050.

5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist

February 24, 2026

5 ways to preserve your vision as you age, according to an ophthalmologist

Discover five key lifestyle changes that can help reduce your risk of age-related macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss in adults over 60.

Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients

February 18, 2026

Common respiratory bacteria detected in eyes of Alzheimer’s patients

Researchers found a respiratory bacterium in retinal tissue of Alzheimer’s patients, suggesting that infection-driven inflammation may speed cognitive decline.