Healthcare News
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.
How diabetes affects your eyes
The eye contains a sensitive layer called the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye, which plays a vital role in vision. The blood vessels in the retina can be affected by diabetes, leading to a condition known as diabetic retinopathy. It can develop in anyone with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
