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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

May 13, 2025

Common aging symptom could worsen loneliness in seniors

Treating hearing loss can help reduce loneliness in seniors, improving social connection, well-being and overall quality of life, according to a new study from NYU Langone.

May 9, 2025

Rare spinal cancer tumor removed through patient’s eye at university hospital

Innovative Maryland surgeons pioneer first-of-its-kind transorbital approach to remove spinal tumors, successfully treating a young woman's rare chordoma cancer.

April 5, 2025

Women may hear better than men, new study suggests

A new study shows that women have more sensitive hearing than men and that where people live — urban vs. rural or high vs. low altitude — can greatly impact hearing ability.