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To address diabetic retinal issues, four more districts in TN to get...
The State reports a prevalence rate of 1.18 percent compared to the national average of 1.99 percent among individuals above 50 years.
80% of glaucoma cases go undetected in India: Experts
Glaucoma is a disease that affects the optic nerve. January is national glaucoma awareness month, a time to spread awareness about the disease.
New machine learning model to prevent sight loss in humans
People with extreme shortsightedness (called high myopia) can clearly see objects that are near to them but cannot focus on objects at a distance.
US pharma start-up to manufacture artificial retina in space
The company will use the microgravity environment on the ISS to develop a synthetic retinal implant that will restore sight to humans with...
Annual check-up must for those with diabetic retinopathy
Regular screening and early detection of the risks can help crores of Indians to manage diabetic retinopathy.
Older people might have glaucoma without realizing it: Study
Glaucoma is a common eye disease that damages the optic nerve and thereby the field of vision. In most serious cases, glaucoma can lead to blindness.
Non-invasive approach predicts retinopathy of prematurity: Researchers
The research was published in the Journal of Paediatrics.
Cataract accounts for 82% of blindness cases in TN
An allocation of Rs 390 lakh was made through the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation for the procurement of these equipment.
