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Eye and vision health

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4 ways your diet may help reduce the risk of macular degeneration
Choosing certain types of foods could help keep your eyes healthier, longer.

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What to know about cataracts
Learn about the eye issue's symptoms, causes, and treatments, plus ways to lower your risk.

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Normal aging versus age-related macular degeneration
Learn about the differences between common changes in vision and something more serious.

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Why it’s dangerous to sleep in your contact lenses
Learn how wearing contacts to sleep can affect your eyes—and how to prevent problems.

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Surprising health benefits of cataract surgery
Studies have linked the procedure to fewer falls, lower dementia risk, and potentially, a longer lif...

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A virtual look at wet AMD
Jen Caudle, DO explains how the eye works and how AMD impacts the normal functioning of the eye.

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How often do I need an eye exam as I grow older?
David Demartini, MD, explains how frequently you should have an eye exam, and why the frequency shou...

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Learn about the symptoms of thyroid eye disease
These two autoimmune disorders have some overlapping symptoms.

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What is macular degeneration?
Learn more about macular degeneration from Dr. Manvi Maker.

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How is macular degeneration diagnosed?
Dr. Manvi Maker explains how macular degeneration is diagnosed.