Latest ophthalmology news,  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:38:34 GMT

When do older drivers stop driving?

With 30 million drivers in the US aged 65 and over, we count on older Americans to recognize when they can no longer drive safely and decide that it's time to stay off the road. A newly released study finds that a decrease in vision function is a key factor in bringing about this decision. The Salisbury Eye Evaluation and Driving Study (SEEDS), conducted by scientists affiliated with Johns Hopkins University, looked at changes in vision, cognition and the general health status of more than 1,200 licensed drivers aged 67-87 in Salisbury, MD, a community with limited public transportation. SEEDS is unique, in that the scientists performed comprehensive tests of both vision and cognitive function........

Atomic-resolution views suggest function of enzyme

An atomic-resolution view of an enzyme found only in the eye has given scientists at the University of Washington (UW) clues about how this enzyme, essential to vision, is activated. The enzyme, phosphodiesterase 6 (PDE6), is central to the way light entering the retina is converted into a cascade of signals to the brain........

Rural HIV care has economic and health implications

An Indiana University study observed that HIV care providers in rural Indiana report significant stigma and discrimination in the rural medical referral system surrounding issues of HIV and substance abuse. Providers felt that these factors impeded their ability to offer quality care to their patients........

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Vision Update,  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:38:34 GMT

The Miraculous Claims of the Diet Zone

One way of recognizing a fad diet is said to be the promise of multiple miraculous effects upon health. And Diet Zone promises a lot...

The 7 Myths Of Relaxation

I voluntarily teach relaxation by the bed side for heart,stroke and cancer patients in the hospital...

High Blood Pressure, the Insidious Killer

Next time you are with a group of 3 friends, take a good look around; one of you will have high blood pressure.

MedicineNet Eyesight General,  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:38:34 GMT

Health Tip: Recovering From LASIK

Title: Health Tip: Recovering From LASIK Category: Health News Created: 3/17/2010 10:10:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 3/18/2010

Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One

Title: Eye Health and Safety Should Be Job One Category: Health News Created: 3/13/2010 10:10:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 3/15/2010

Blindness

Title: Blindness Category: Diseases and Conditions Created: 3/10/2010 3:30:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 3/10/2010 3:30:02 PM

Waiting Safe for Some at Risk of Glaucoma

Title: Waiting Safe for Some at Risk of Glaucoma Category: Health News Created: 3/8/2010 4:10:00 PM Last Editorial Review: 3/9/2010

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Lasik News,  Sat, 20 Mar 2010 09:38:35 GMT

Incidence of Nearsighted Vision on the Rise

New study shows the percentage of Americans with myopia increased 66% since the 1970s.

Spend FSA Dollars on Lasik

Lasik laser vision correction is approved by the US Internal Revenue Service as a medical procedure that may be paid with tax exempt Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSA) contributions.

Few Complications With Laser Lasik Flap

Femtosecond laser Lasik flaps resulted in complications in less than 1% of eyes that underwent the surgery, according to a study published in the Journal of Refractive Surgery.

Lasik Tax Deduction

Getting Lasik before the end of the year may allow the cost to be deducted as a medical expense from 2009 income taxes.

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