Innovative test for Lyme disease offers hope for faster diagnosis
Researchers at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center have developed a way to diagnose Lyme disease earlier and more accurately…
VR raises eye temperature and thickens protective tear layer
A new real-time imaging study reveals that VR gaming rapidly reshapes the eye’s protective tear layer, raising its…
Novel method uses VR headsets for real-time observation of tear film dynamics
Virtual reality (VR) gaming has gained significant attention in recent years, with an increasing number of users integrating…
World’s largest eye imaging and data resource expands across the UK
The world’s largest collection of curated eye imaging and linked clinical data is expanding across the country, in…
Wireless retinal implant restores sight in patients blinded by advanced macular degeneration
In a landmark study, a wireless retinal implant helped most participants with severe vision loss regain the ability…
WHO congratulates Fiji on eliminating trachoma as a public health threat
In a landmark public health achievement, Fiji has been validated by the World Health Organization (WHO) for eliminating…
Reversing age-related vision loss with retinal lipid therapy
Changes in vision are often a common sign of aging. If you sit in a dimly lit restaurant with…
Scientists study how nanoplastics transfer across generations
You can’t see nanoplastics with the naked eye, but they’re everywhere – including your body. Tinier than the…
Dental care habits predict broader preventive health behaviors in college students
For undergraduates, a trip to the dentist can reflect more than oral health. Those who kept up with…