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National Glaucoma Research

Medical marijuana has been shown to lower eye pressure, a key factor in glaucoma. But is it safe to use?

Dec 4, 2023
Expert Advice

This article explores what Medicare covers, with a special note about long-term care and assisted living.

Sep 28, 2023
Alzheimer's Disease Research

Doctors who prescribe Leqembi, a new FDA-approved Alzheimer’s disease drug, are required to enroll their patients in a registry to obtain Medicare insurance coverage. Here are six facts to know about patient registries, including how your privacy is protected. 

Aug 16, 2023
Expert Advice

Learn helpful caregiver tips for the holiday season.

Aug 15, 2023
Alzheimer's Disease Research

Leqembi, an amyloid-clearing drug that's received full approval from the FDA, is offering renewed hope to people with early signs of dementia. Here’s what to know about it.

Jul 6, 2023
Alzheimer's Disease Research

New research has shed light on the connection between ADHD and Alzheimer’s, including a first-of-its-kind study that suggests people who had ADHD as children may be more likely to develop Alzheimer’s as adults.

Jun 26, 2023
Expert Advice

African Americans and Hispanics are at increased risk of developing glaucoma. Find out why and learn about important steps that can prevent vision loss from this eye disease.

Jun 23, 2023
National Glaucoma Research

Learn about the various forms of childhood glaucoma, as well the associated risk factors, examination procedures, and treatments.

Apr 4, 2023
Expert Advice

Recent research has opened avenues to our understanding of the underlying genetics of common forms of adult-onset glaucoma. However, it is not as straightforward as a single gene mutation leading to glaucoma.

Apr 4, 2023
Macular Degeneration Research

Studies have shown that taking vitamin and mineral supplements can slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration. Now, a long-term follow-up study offers the strongest findings to date that reaffirm the optimal eye vitamin supplement formula.

Jan 30, 2023