Cell and gene therapies for degenerative eye diseases are still a long way off, but they have the potential to make a transformative difference to people’s lives. Vision impairment and loss caused by ...

Dry eye may happen when your eyes don’t make enough tears or tears evaporate too quickly, leading to discomfort and vision issues. The two main types of dry eye are evaporative (caused by oily layer ...

Share on Pinterest Scientists have found different bacteria spices in the eye microbiome of people with dry eye disease. ljubaphoto/Getty Images Several areas of the body have a microbiome, including ...

Macular telangiectasia (MacTel) type 2 is a disease that affects your macula, which is in your eye. It's an area in the center of your retina – the light-sensitive tissue at the back of your eye.

Little Harvey Haines has been given a new lease of life. Born with a rare eye condition severely affecting his sight, he struggled to communicate with children his own age, shied away from ...

Omega-3 fatty acids have been touted as essential nutrients for overall health, but it is important to look critically at the potential benefits of omega-3s for eye health. While studies show that ...

There are three main types of retinal detachment, determined by the exact mechanism that caused the detachment. Your retina is the innermost layer of the back of your eye. It plays a critical role in ...

New research has discovered certain weight-loss medications could be associated with an increased risk of serious eye conditions, and even vision loss. Two studies, published in JAMA, analyzed how ...