Vision Restored Using Prosthetic Retinal Implant

The device could help a million people with a severe form of macular degeneration to be able to see enough to read.

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Eye Injuries Are Rising Among Pickleball Players

Older players of pickleball, the fastest-growing sport in the United States, are more vulnerable to eye injuries, some of which could lead to vision loss, researchers reported.

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When a Simple Swim Carries a Risk of Dangerous Illness

The parasitic infection schistosomiasis affects an estimated 200 million people globally, many of them children. But campaigns to identify and treat it face formidable hurdles.

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How Healthy Is Zucchini?

The culinary chameleon has some surprising benefits.

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How Healthy Are Peaches?

Experts share all of the juicy details.

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Sam Altman’s Start-Up Launches Eye-Scanning Crypto Orbs in the U.S.

World, a start-up backed by Sam Altman, has launched in the United States with the goal of verifying your humanity.

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Christina Leitzel’s ‘Fun’ Prosthetic Eyes are Designed to Stand Out

There are many ways to lose an eye. Christina Leitzel wants people to know that there are also many ways to gain a new one.

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How Healthy Is Asparagus?

Spring is the peak season for this nutrient-dense vegetable. Here’s how it benefits your body.

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For Children in Rural Mozambique, the Future Comes Into Focus

One doctor is showing nurses, teachers and parents how to spot eye problems, many of which can be easily treated. Surgery, and even just glasses, can be life-changing, and keep kids in school.

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Googly Eyes Placed on Sculptures Follow Residents in this Oregon City

The eyes were attached to eight installations, to the delight of residents. City officials, who lamented the cost of repairs, were less amused.

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