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Could an eye test be used to diagnosed Alzheimer's?
Friday 15 November 2013Alzheimer's could one day be diagnosed by a simple eye test.
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Could an eye test be used to diagnosed Alzheimer's?
15 Nov 2013 -
Long Time Spent on Computer Screens may lead to Eye Problems
Thursday 14 November 2013A survey conducted on over 2,000 British people by Spectrum Thea eye care specialists, reports that people are spending an increasing number of hours staring into their computer, mobile, TV, tablet and e-reader screens.
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Long Time Spent on Computer Screens may lead to Eye Problems
14 Nov 2013 -
Slowing the progression of macular degeneration
Tuesday 12 November 2013The incidence of AMD increases with age and is associated with the deposition of drusen, which is composed of lipids and proteins, within the retinal layers in the macula.
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Slowing the progression of macular degeneration
12 Nov 2013 -
Screening for diabetic eye disease
Wednesday 06 November 2013The importance of attending for regular screening for diabetic eye disease is reinforced by the findings of a study conducted by researchers from the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in the UK.
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Screening for diabetic eye disease
6 Nov 2013 -
New Research Reveals Low Gravity In Space Impacts Astronaut’s Eyesight
Tuesday 29 October 2013According to researchers from Houston Methodist, NASA Johnson Space Center and two other institutions, two weeks in space might be enough to produce changes in eye structure and gene expression.
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New Research Reveals Low Gravity In Space Impacts Astronaut’s Eyesight
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'Instant' setup eyecare scheme unveiled
Friday 25 October 2013Specsavers is launching a fully online administration system that it says will allow firms to set up and implement an employee eyecare scheme within minutes.
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'Instant' setup eyecare scheme unveiled
25 Oct 2013 -
Save your eyesight with these tests
Friday 11 October 2013Our eyes are one of our most vital organs and shouldn’t be neglected. The theme for this year’s World Sight Day is ‘Get your eyes tested’.
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Save your eyesight with these tests
11 Oct 2013 -
New laser provides better treatment for eye diseases in diabetes patients
Friday 04 October 2013A new laser is helping experts at the Truhlsen Eye Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center provide better treatment for eye diseases. This advanced laser can prevent blindness for some patients with serious conditions.
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New laser provides better treatment for eye diseases in diabetes patients
4 Oct 2013 -
Smartphone photography helps eye disease diagnosis
Thursday 26 September 2013A simple and inexpensive technique that uses smartphone photography can help diagnose eye diseases, scientists say.
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Smartphone photography helps eye disease diagnosis
26 Sep 2013 -
6 Foods That Improve Your Eyesight
Wednesday 25 September 2013From eggs to oranges, these surprising foods may protect your vision and safeguard your eyes from devastating diseases.
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6 Foods That Improve Your Eyesight
25 Sep 2013 -
Employers see value in eyecare, but not all buy-in
Monday 23 September 2013An overwhelming 99% of employers believe eye tests are just as important or more important than other health checks available for employees, such as medicals and screening, research suggests.
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Employers see value in eyecare, but not all buy-in
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Ebook Readers Make Reading Easier For People With Dyslexia
Friday 20 September 2013The ability to customize how words appear on the page is a boon to dyslexic readers.
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Ebook Readers Make Reading Easier For People With Dyslexia
20 Sep 2013
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