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A very interesting article on the affects of having vision restored after a long
period of Blindness.
Affects Of Long Term Blindness
A very interesting line of research is being pursued as a possible way to restore sight.
Spinach Pigments Proposed As Possible Cure For Blindness
From the results that a prototype robot doctor is achieving, it seems that we are likely to see them.
Robot Doctors, Are They In Our Future?
new information stresses the importance of careful evaluation in diagnosis of Glaucoma, pressure test is not enough.
Prevalence Of Glaucoma Increasing World Wide
New Macular degeneration research is showing some promising results.
Macular Degeneration Research
A recently completed study reveals a direct relationship between the consumption of fruit and the risk of sertain types of blindness in older people.
Fruit May Help Prevent Blindness In Older People
A team of doctors has recently transplanted an Eye into a young Girl in an effort to restore her sight.
Eye Transplant Research Progress
A team of Doctors has discovered what appears to be the trigger in the immune response that causes Cornea transplant rejection. It seems that this discovery could have wide ranging implications, including some for Cancer treatment.
New Discovery May Lessen The Chance Of Cornea Transplant Rejection
New drugs currently under development prevent scarring after Glaucoma surgery and greatly improve its effectiveness.
New Drugs Prevent Scarring After Glaucoma Surgery
Scientists have discovered that Zinc plays an important role in the body's ability to maintain normal sight.
New Clues To Hereditary Blindness Found
A compound found in eggs has been determined to help protect the eye from light damage.
Eggs May Help Prevent Blindness
Research on Human Stem Cells show promise for correcting Eye problems, however problems exist.
Human Stem Cells Show Potential For Eye Repair
A study reported in this article appears to show that a strict vitamin A regimen may extend the period of useful sight by as much as twenty Years.
Vitamin A Regimen Appears To Slow The Progress Of RP
It appears that a working and useful artificial Retina may be in the not too distant future.
Artificial Retina Research
This new treatment is showing promise for treating Macular Degeneration.
Benefits of Macugen in Treating Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration
This new breakthrough could lead to a treatment for Macular Degeneration.
Research Report - Successful Generation of Retinal Pigment Epithelium Cells to Treat Blindness
A recent study suggests that excessive computer use, especially for the near sighted, may significantly raise the risk of developing Glaucoma.
Excessive Computer Use May Cause Eye Damage
Study shows that the inclusion of additional items in the treatment can improve the effect of Vitamin A.
New Findings Lead to Revised Therapeutic Regimen to Slow RP
A chemical discovered to play a role in the development of the visual system, offers the promise of new treatments.
Chemical Important In Guiding Visual System Development
This article contains very useful information about the various types of RP as well as information about how it is passed on and a list of resources at the bottom of the article.
Retinitis Pigmentosa, Description, Types, and Prognosis
The first ever regeneration of an Optic Nerve promises to open the door to improving the lives of millions.
First Ever Regeneration Of Optic Nerve Accomplished
Seeing strange things when you have vision loss is not unusual.
Charles Bonnet syndrome and Vision Loss
A well known Blind Turkish painter is providing the research community with some very interesting information.
The Art of Seeing Without Sight
A chip implanted in the Brain makes controlling a computer possible by merely thinking about it.
Brain Chip Reads Man's Thoughts, Makes Movement Possible
An exciting new use of Stem Cells has restored sight to this Blind Woman.
Stem Cells Give Sight To Blind Woman
Update on the progress of ongoing artificial Retina research.
Artificial Retina Research Update
Research being done on a Bionic Eye shows promise of restoring some limited vision.
Bionic Eye Will Allow Blind To See
The posture caused by the small Laptop keyboard can cause muscle strain.
Is Your Laptop A Pain In The Neck?
A chip implanted in the Eye, combined with special glasses and a computer worn on the belt, offers the possibility of vastly improved mobility.
A Chip Implanted In The Eye Can Stimulate Vision
Researchers have made a breakthrough which may eventually lead to a cure for childhood blindness.
UCLA Researchers Identify Key Enzyme Linked To Childhood Blindness
The mice treated in this study show evidence of the eye actually repairing itself.
Researchers use human gene to restore vision in mice
This article details research being done into adapting night vision technology to serve in restoring sight to the Blind.
Military Night Vision Goggles Offer Promise For The Blind
Doctors in New Zealand will be conducting a careful study of the sleep problems facing many Blind People.
Study To Investigate Sleep Disturbances in Blind and Visually Impaired
This study suggests that there may actually be a type of Blind Sight.
Scientists Proove Blind Can See With Sixth Sense
This report details a promising new approach to providing some answers for Retinal disease.
Phase 2 Human Clinical Trials Announced For Promising Retinal Disease Treatment
Research into Retinal implants is moving forward rapidly.
Retinal Implants May Soon Restore Lost Vision
A drug normally used to treat certain types of Cancer is showing great promise in preventing Blindness.
Breakthrough Drug Treatment Helps Prevent Blindness
This fascinating article suggests that regaining ones sight later in life may not be as much of a blessing as one might think it to be.
If a Blind Person Gained Sight Could They Recognize Objects Previously Touched?
The development of a new artificial insect eye may have future implications for the Blind.
New Artificial Insect Eye May Have Future Implications For The Blind
Although this article indicates progress is being made on implants, there's still a ways to go.
Retinal Implants Are Ray of Hope For The Blind
This very informative article describes n experimental program being undertaken by Medicare.
Medicare Starts Paying for Visual Rehabilitation Services
This article details progress being made on a Bionic Eye.
Australian scientists begin human tests on "bionic eye"
Early research on this approach to Retina repair is showing promise.
Investigators Pioneer Use of Stem Cells to Rescue Vision
Researchers believe that the approach they're using will simplify things and produce better results.
Silicon Retina Mimics Biology For A Clearer View
Cell transplants to the Retina in mice have successfully restored sight.
Cell Transplants To Retina Restores Sight In Mice
This article contains more information about a very promising course of research.
Additional Information On Retina Cell Transplants To Mice Restoring Vision
The cost of Monthly injections to save their sight can be a hardship for some people.
Cost Of Saving Sight Can Be a Hardship
New approach to restoring vision uses the Tongue to create sight.
Technology May Give Blind A touch of Sight
This new clinical trial which is just beginning shows great promise.
Phase 2 clinical Trial of Retinal Cell Transplantation
The transplantation of Fetal Tissue onto this woman's Retina has restored her sight to a usable level.
Fetal Tissue Transplant Rescues Woman's Sight
Due to the similarity in cats eyes and humans researchers are working with cats to help restore sight.
Bionic Cat Eyes May Help Restore Sight In Humans
This Bionic Eye has shown great promise during research and should be available commercially within two Years.
Bionic Eye Restores Sight To The Blind
Melatonin has been shown effective in correcting irregular sleep rythms in totally Blind people.
Melatonin Effective In Correcting Sleep Disorder In Totally Blind People
Studies have shown that action video games will benefit the visually impaired.
Visually Impaired Benefit From Video Games
The FDA has approved the study of a new implant with much higher resolution.
FDA Approves Study of Next Generation Retinal Implant
What appears to be the final trials before release have begun for this electronic implant.
Bionic Eye May Be Only A Couple of Years Away
British Scientists and Doctors are embarking on a new program which shows great promise.
Scientists Plan Stem Cell Cure For Blindness
A new device currently awaiting FDA approval may help save the sight of many.
Mini-Telescope Implants May Save Vision Damaged by Eye Disease
Research into the behavior of the LCA Gene may open the door to new treatments for some forms of Blindness.
Reasons ?For Severe Blindness Illuminated
This is a new approach to controlling Glaucoma and it is showing great promise.
Resverlogix Corp.: First Ever Therapy Targets Optic Nerve Head for Glaucoma
Researchers have developed a bionic eye, about the size of a pea, that can be implanted inside the eye.
World's First True Bionic Eye
This statement, recently released by The Foundation Fighting Blindness, reports on a very promising treatment.
Gene Therapy Provides Vision To People Who Were Nearly Blind
Ongoing studies continue to make progress in the gene therapy field.
Study Reaffirms LCA Gene Therapy Potential
Updated on ... September 29, 2008