Blindness and Vision Loss Predicted to Double in 30 Years
According to a new pre-print study accepted by The Lancet, rates of global blindness and vision impairment continue to increase. By the year 2050, the number may reach 900 million people.
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Cataract Risk Lowers with Vegetarian Diet
Eating a vegetarian diet could decrease the likelihood of cataracts, especially in overweight patients, according to a study published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
New Study Suggests Glaucoma is Linked to Depression
Glaucoma patients have a tenfold greater risk of developing depression than the general population, according to a recent study in Mexico.
More Screen Time Increases Dry Eye Incidence
Do your eyes feel strained or irritated lately? More patients are making eye appointments during the pandemic due to increased screen time and subsequent dry eye syndrome.