Serious Readers Blog

U.S. considers expanding tablet, e-reader use on flights
Monday 07 October 2013
The suggestions, contained in a long-awaited report, are a hot-button issue for passengers, many of whom have chafed under strict rules that require portable electronic devices be turned off for takeoff and landing.
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U.S. considers expanding tablet, e-reader use on flights

7 Oct 2013
New laser provides better treatment for eye diseases in diabetes patients
Friday 04 October 2013
A 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
Early eye disease test developed
Thursday 03 October 2013
A new, quick and simple eye test can predict who is more at risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness worldwide.
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Early eye disease test developed

3 Oct 2013
Lights Infinite Health Benefits
Wednesday 02 October 2013
The light emitted from our lamps and fixtures at home doesn’t just spruce up a room; it has the power to significantly augment our mood and lift our spirits.
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Lights Infinite Health Benefits

2 Oct 2013
LEDs light the way
Tuesday 01 October 2013
PIERCINGLY bright yet implausibly small, light-emitting diodes - or LEDs - are having an outsize influence on interior design.
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LEDs light the way

1 Oct 2013
Bright, laser-based lighting devices
Monday 30 September 2013
As a modern culture, we crave artificial white lights - the brighter the better, and ideally using less energy than ever before.
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Bright, laser-based lighting devices

30 Sep 2013
Southampton Airport embraces LED
Friday 27 September 2013
LED lighting company Vision Accendo has completed a total refit of airside lighting at Southampton Airport.
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Southampton Airport embraces LED

27 Sep 2013
Smartphone photography helps eye disease diagnosis
Thursday 26 September 2013
A 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 2013
From 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
Five Banned Books That You Should Read (That You Probably Haven't)
Tuesday 24 September 2013
This week is Banned Books Week, where librarians and other organizations highlight the books that have been subjected to threats of censorship – and actual censorship – in schools, libraries and nations around the globe.
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Five Banned Books That You Should Read (That You Probably Haven't)

24 Sep 2013
Employers see value in eyecare, but not all buy-in
Monday 23 September 2013
An 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

23 Sep 2013
Ebook Readers Make Reading Easier For People With Dyslexia
Friday 20 September 2013
The 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