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Blind Faith ... Second chance for pup with cataracts?
South Bend Tribune Staff WriterWhen Gilmer Park veterinary technician Jennifer Bisig brought a 13-week-old blind Shih Tzu puppy home, her family decided to rename the little dog. “She was named Willow,” Bisig said. “My daughter, Hannah, renamed her Faith.”...Tags: Human Body, Eyes and Vision, Health
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Both eye and vision care should be insured
Marylanders are extremely fortunate to have some of the nation's finest health care resources readily available within our borders. As Vincent DeMarco points out in his recent commentary ("Health exchanges benefit Md. families," Feb. 16), we also lead the...Tags: Human Body, Macular Degeneration, Eyes and Vision, Glaucoma, Health
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His vision for a better world [Corrected]
While most of us don't think twice about our ability to see the world around us, many lack even the basic access to eyeglasses. -------------------- FOR THE RECORD: An earlier version of this story incorrectly stated Dr. Ahsan Khan was the president of...Tags: Health and Medical Professionals, Pakistan, Health Organizations, Glaucoma, Abbott Laboratories
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Senior Center Open House and Senior Fall Prevention Day set for Sept. 21
More than 1,200 Marylanders die every year because of a fall, according to the National Council on Aging. In fact, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths among people older than 65 and the leading cause of doctor visits, hospitalizations and...Tags: Diabetes, Chemical Industry, Pharmaceuticals, Macular Degeneration, Physical Fitness and Exercise
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OUR HEALTH: I can see clearly now!
Thanks to iLASIK, I can see clearly now!
After years of consideration, Mark Cox of Lynchburg finally made the decision to have LASIK eye surgery. His only regret is that he didn’t get it done sooner.
According to the Vision Council of...Tags: Diabetes, Lynchburg (Lynchburg, Virginia), Macular Degeneration, File Sharing, Glaucoma
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Cataracts are common cause of blindness in dogs
Nearly every day I have a client say “Doc, I think my dog has cataracts.” The reason for such a common statement in veterinary practices is the fact that older dogs will begin to develop cloudy eyes. However, most of the time, the cloudy...Tags: Diabetes, Human Body, Eyes and Vision, Health, Diseases and Illnesses
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Diabetic retinopathy
Question: I recently became a diabetic. My doctor told me I might develop Diabetic Retinopathy. What is it? Answer: Diabetic Retinopathy is damage to the blood vessels in the retina. A healthy retina is essential for good vision. Damage to the...Tags: Diabetes, Eyes and Vision, Trips and Vacations, Diseases and Illnesses, Travel
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Health: How not to sizzle in the sun
July is Ultraviolet Radiation Safety Month, dedicated to reminding people of the dangers of being out in the sun and how to avoid long-term damage.
The sun emits ultraviolet rays, which are harmful in large amounts. With many people spending leisure...Tags: Human Body, Skin, Skin Cancer, Eyes and Vision, Skin Damage
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Health Key: Keeping your eyes healthy
Fox59 is helping to bring eye health into focus.
Dr. Lacy Boggs runs a private practice in Lebanon. She said just because you have 20/20 vision, it does not mean your eyes have a clean bill of health. She said there are three main issue you should be...Tags: Human Body, Macular Degeneration, Eyes and Vision, Glaucoma, Health
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Toms' next chapter: Sunglasses
All The RageThis post has been updated since its original publication. Hand-painted, colorful striped sunglasses. That's the second chapter of Toms Shoes' one-for-one business. "With every pair purchased, Toms will give someone sight," said Toms founder Blake... -
Doctors predict 'boom' in eye diseases
Content courtesy of the American Optometric AssociationIn a year where an estimated 2.8 million Baby Boomers will celebrate their 60th birthday, age-related eye diseases are becoming increasingly important health issues, according to the American Optometric Association (AOA). The AOA is reminding Americans 60...Tags: Human Body, Diabetes, Symptoms, Macular Degeneration, High Blood Pressure
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How to prevent (or at least delay) cataracts
Daily Press (Newport News, Va.)Cataracts, a clouding of the eye's lens that blocks vision, are common in people 65 and older. But although age is a major risk factor, you may be able to slow the process. Some tips: Wear sunglasses. The sun's ultraviolet rays can speed up tissue...Tags: Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Physical Conditions, Psoriasis, Healthy Diet
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