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Eye drops may replace reading glasses for those struggling with age-related vision loss

September 25, 2025

Eye drops may replace reading glasses for those struggling with age-related vision loss

A study of 766 patients suggested that specially formulated eye drops improved near vision for over 80% of presbyopia sufferers after one year of daily use.

Dementia risk slashed with one common health intervention, study finds

September 1, 2025

Dementia risk slashed with one common health intervention, study finds

Treating hearing loss with hearing aids may prevent dementia, as 40% of dementia cases are linked to modifiable risk factors like untreated hearing loss.

'Selective hearing' isn't a choice, scientists reveal — it's a real neurological process

August 31, 2025

'Selective hearing' isn't a choice, scientists reveal — it's a real neurological process

Audiologists reveal how selective hearing involves complex brain processes to prioritize sounds, and explain how this filtering ability may signal underlying hearing issues.

Popular weight-loss drugs linked to sudden vision loss, research suggests

August 13, 2025

Popular weight-loss drugs linked to sudden vision loss, research suggests

New studies found that Americans with type 2 diabetes who are taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro could face an increased risk of rare eye conditions.

Bryan Kohberger, Luigi Mangione may share same rare neurological condition: What to know

July 10, 2025

Bryan Kohberger, Luigi Mangione may share same rare neurological condition: What to know

Visual snow syndrome, a condition causing static-like vision impairment, allegedly connects Idaho murderer Bryan Kohberger and UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione.

Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease, study suggests

June 23, 2025

Diabetic patients taking GLP-1s may face increased risk of eye disease, study suggests

Canadian study reveals diabetic patients taking GLP-1 medications face twice the risk of eye problems, with longer exposure increasing danger of macular degeneration.

6 simple ways to protect your hearing now before it's too late, according to experts

June 13, 2025

6 simple ways to protect your hearing now before it's too late, according to experts

Learn how to prevent age-related hearing loss with practical steps like wearing ear protection, getting regular screenings, quitting smoking and managing tinnitus or vertigo.

Young police officer dies by suicide after 'debilitating' laser eye surgery complications

May 24, 2025

Young police officer dies by suicide after 'debilitating' laser eye surgery complications

A Pennsylvania family is calling for action after their son's suicide, linking it to complications from laser eye surgery and urging the FDA to investigate long-term effects.

Parents call for action after son takes his own life following eye surgery complications

May 24, 2025

Parents call for action after son takes his own life following eye surgery complications

Tim and Stefanie Kingerski speak to Fox News Digital about the loss of their son, 26-year-old police officer Ryan Kingerski, after he experienced "debilitating" effects of laser eye surgery.

Blind mother of 5 graduates from college with honors alongside her guide dog

May 16, 2025

Blind mother of 5 graduates from college with honors alongside her guide dog

A 47-year-old mom of five, who has been blind since 2020, graduates from Tennessee Tech and aims to empower the blind community through education and advocacy.