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The cornea is one of only two parts of the human body without blood vessels... The cornea is one of only two parts of the human body without blood vessels
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Eyes Hold Key to Predicting Imminent Death – Study

““Large retinal age gaps in years were significantly associated with 49%-67% higher risks of death, other than from cardiovascular disease or cancer,” researchers found. They also suggested this could be used as a screening tool, measuring the retina’s age to predict increased mortality risk.” via RT A new, “reliable indicator” of a person’s health problems, ones that may cause early … Continue reading

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Shape of Eclipse Burned into Woman’s Retinas

Observing the Sun without adequate protection can be disastrous. One viewer of August’s total solar eclipse ended up with eye damage in the exact shape of the Sun. Like many Americans, 26-year-old Nia Payne headed outside when the Moon passed in front of the Sun earlier this year and looked up at the slowly diminishing crescent in the sky. After … Continue reading

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Artificial Retina Implant Created by Scientist Could Restore Vision to Millions

Scientists have developed a retinal implant that can restore lost vision in rats, and are planning to trial the procedure in humans later this year. The implant, which converts light into an electrical signal that stimulates retinal neurons, could give hope to millions who experience retinal degeneration – including retinitis pigmentosa – in which photoreceptor cells in the eye begin … Continue reading

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Warning from Experts: Millions will be Robbed of their Sight Decades Early Due to Hours Spent Staring at Screens

Staring at digital screens for several hours can cause irreversible damage to the retinas, potentially leading to central blindness, a new study claims. Experts warn we face a global epidemic of blindness if we continue to spend hours you spend staring at a screen. The high energy light emitted from digital screens is causing irreversible damage to our eyes by … Continue reading

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Mysterious Syndrome Imparing Astronauts’ Eyesight on Long Trips

In 2005, astronaut John Phillips took a break from his work on the International Space Station and looked out the window at Earth. He was about halfway through a mission that had begun in April and would end in October. When he gazed down at the planet, the Earth was blurry. He couldn’t focus on it clearly. That was strange-he’d … Continue reading

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The cornea is one of only two parts of the human body without blood vessels... The cornea is one of only two parts of the human body without blood vessels
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