January 14, 2025

Shortages Continue in Access to Ophthalmic Subspecialties in Rural Populations

Only 5.6% of surgeons practiced in rural areas, compared to 17.4% of patients residing rurally.

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January 14, 2025

Comparative Analysis Ranks Mediterranean Diet for Prediabetes

"The good news is that lifestyle changes can cut Type 2 diabetes risk in half."

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January 13, 2025

Does Face Masking Reduce the Risk of Post-Intravitreal Injection Endophthalmitis?

The effectiveness of nose taping for patient masking remains inconclusive.

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January 09, 2025

AF Linked to 14% Higher Retinal Stroke Risk

A study of Medicare beneficiaries reveals a significant link between atrial fibrillation and an increased risk of retinal stroke, highlighting the need for further research and clinical recommendations.

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January 07, 2025

Quirky Clinic: Regrowing Tonsils, Plastic-Infused Tea, & More

Can tonsils grow back? Are we drinking billions of nanoplastics in the name of wellness? Is fungi in the nose the culprit to sniffles? We explore these questions and more.

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January 03, 2025

Surgeon General Issues Advisory on Alcohol, Cancer Link

Of all breast cancer cases in the U.S., 16.4% are directly linked to alcohol consumption.

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December 27, 2024

The Retina as a Window to Alzheimer’s: Study Highlights Key Microglial Changes

Using advanced machine learning, researchers examine microglial morphology in Alzheimer’s, revealing novel insights into disease mechanisms.

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December 23, 2024

Hyperglycemia Confirmed as Dominant Risk Factor for Retinopathy

Higher body mass index and hypertension should also be managed to reduce risk.

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December 23, 2024

Pathogenesis and Future Immunotherapy Treatment Directions for Uveitis, DR, AMD, and Graves’ Ophthalmopathy

An overview of the roles of immune cells, cytokines, and signaling pathways for these diseases.

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