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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

February 10, 2026

Common diabetes drug may help preserve eyesight as people age

Breakthrough research shows diabetes medicine metformin may reduce age-related vision loss by 37%. Liverpool study offers hope for AMD treatment.

February 9, 2026

Common vision issue could lead to missed cancer warning, study finds

A new Stanford Medicine study reveals that colorblind men face 52% higher bladder cancer death risk because they can't see warning signs early enough.

February 2, 2026

Lawrence Jones returns to 'Fox & Friends' after emergency eye surgery

Co-host Lawrence Jones returns to the show to detail his recovery from a genetic eye condition and thank fans for their support.