Healthcare News
Patient wealth tied to outcomes following glaucoma diagnosis
The personal wealth of patients newly diagnosed with primary open-angle glaucoma is significantly linked with their outcomes 12 to 18 months later, according to a study published in JAMA Ophthalmology.
GLP-1s may reduce risk for cataracts, dry AMD
GLP-1 receptor agonists are not associated with increased risks for dry age-related macular degeneration or cataract development, according to two recently published studies.
Virtual retina could help unlock new vision loss treatments
New computer modeling could help scientists better understand how the retina regenerates, opening the door to new treatments for vision loss, according to a study from the University of Surrey.
AI-powered mobile retina tracker screens for diabetic eye disease with 99% accuracy
A novel AI-powered retina tracker can analyze retinal images with near-perfect accuracy in under one second, according to a study being presented Monday at ENDO 2025, the Endocrine Society’s annual meeting in San Francisco, Calif. The researchers say the findings offer hope for sight-saving screenings for diabetic retinopathy and other eye diseases that are fast, affordable and accessible worldwide.
Link between falls and vision tied to the home environment in older adults
The association between falls and visual function is shaped by living in homes with environmental hazards, according to a study published online Dec. 11 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
