Cataracts a Leading Eye Health Risk with Age
The piece notes cataracts affect over 22 million Americans aged 40 plus and that by age 80 more than half will have or had cataract surgery. It lists risk factors such as age UV exposure diabetes obesity high blood pressure eye inflammation hereditary and smoking. It also cites prevention and surgery details from Prevent Blindness America and Healthy Eyes Education series.
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National Eye Institute
PBA
Hugh R. Parry
Prevent Blindness America
New obesity drug Qsymia carries eye risks and requires monitoring
Eye doctors warn that the obesity drug Qsymia, combining phentermine and topiramate, can cause blurred vision and angle closure glaucoma. The FDA approved the pill for adults with BMI 30 or 27 plus weight-related conditions. weight loss benefits shown include about 6.7 to 11 percent in studies, with cautious monitoring urged for visual changes.
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Andrea L. Fisher
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Jimmy D. Bartlett
O.D
Pharmakon Consulting Group
United States
Dr. Fisher
FDA
Virus, Inc
North Coast
Common Eye Injuries in Children Highlight Prevention
A medical overview from Boston Children’s Hospital notes eye injuries in youth as emergencies and outlines common injuries such as chemical burns corneal abrasions and hyphema. It emphasizes protective eyewear during sports and prevention through hygiene and safe handling of chemicals and cosmetics.
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