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Released: 12-Mar-2024 12:05 PM EDT
Don’t Get Burned: Retina Specialists Share Eclipse Safety Tips
American Society of Retina Specialists

On April 8, 2024, 40 million people across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will have the opportunity to experience a true celestial spectacle, a rare total solar eclipse as the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking daylight for several minutes.

Newswise: What Retina Specialists Want You to Know about AMD to Save Sight
Released: 1-Feb-2024 7:05 AM EST
What Retina Specialists Want You to Know about AMD to Save Sight
American Society of Retina Specialists

During February’s AMD Awareness Month, the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) is sharing critical knowledge on AMD to help safeguard sight.

Released: 1-Nov-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Focus on Your Sight and Health to Ward Off Vision Loss from Diabetes
American Society of Retina Specialists

An often silent condition that can steal vision, diabetic retinopathy is a complication of diabetes that may have no noticeable symptoms in the early stages and is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in working-age Americans.

Released: 1-Nov-2023 3:05 PM EDT
Preste atención a su vista y salud para prevenir la pérdida de visión causada por la diabetes
American Society of Retina Specialists

La retinopatía diabética, una enfermedad a menudo silenciosa que puede robarle la visión, es una complicación de la diabetes que pudiera no tener síntomas perceptibles en las primeras etapas, y es la principal causa de ceguera irreversible en los estadounidenses de edad de laboral.

Released: 2-May-2023 1:50 PM EDT
Got Retinal Disease? Retina Specialists’ Unique Imaging Tools Can Help Preserve Vision
American Society of Retina Specialists

Advances in early detection and treatment of retinal diseases made possible by retina specialists can preserve sight and virtually eliminate vision loss from conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment.

Released: 2-May-2023 1:20 PM EDT
Press Registration for the ASRS 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting Now Open
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) invites members of the press to cover the latest advances in retina science and practice during its 41st Annual Scientific Meeting July 28 – August 1.

Released: 31-Mar-2023 3:15 PM EDT
American Society of Retina Specialists’ Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases Granted Indexing in PubMed Central
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) is pleased to announce that its official peer-reviewed scientific journal, Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases (JVRD), has been granted indexing in PubMed Central (PMC).

Released: 1-Feb-2023 8:00 AM EST
New Survey Finds Americans 40+ Lack Sight-Saving Knowledge of AMD
American Society of Retina Specialists

A new survey of Americans 40 and older reveals a concerning lack of knowledge about the leading cause of blindness and vision loss among older adults, age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Released: 1-Nov-2022 8:05 AM EDT
What Retina Specialists Want You to Know About Diabetes and Vision
American Society of Retina Specialists

If you’re living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, you likely know how the condition can impact your overall health. But, focusing on how diabetes can affect your vision can go a long way toward maintaining your clear view of the world, according to the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).

Released: 1-Sep-2022 10:20 AM EDT
Aging Eyes? Guard Against Vision Loss By Watching for Retinal Disease, Ensuring Access to Expert Treatment in Insurance Plans
American Society of Retina Specialists

During September’s Healthy Aging Month, the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) and its members encourage older Americans, their friends and family to learn the facts about retinal conditions that can steal sight as people age. Knowing the signs and symptoms of retinal diseases, incorporating healthy retina habits, and confirming that expert retina specialist care and advanced treatments are available without delay through insurance plans can help protect and preserve vision.

Released: 15-Jul-2022 2:20 PM EDT
American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) Unveils National PSA Campaign to Raise Awareness of Retinal Disease, Help Public See for a Lifetime
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) has released its first-ever national television and radio public service announcements (PSAs) to educate the public about protecting their vision from preventable blindness and vision loss due to retinal disease and the importance of expert retina specialist care.

Released: 8-Jun-2022 10:05 AM EDT
Press Registration for the ASRS 2022 Annual Scientific Meeting Now Open
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) invites members of the press to cover the latest advances in retina science and practice during its 40th Annual Scientific Meeting, July 13-16.

Released: 5-May-2022 7:05 AM EDT
Protect Healthy Vision with 7 Habits for Healthy Retinas
American Society of Retina Specialists

Healthy sight allows us to experience all of the world’s wonders. Our retinas make good vision possible. The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) encourages the public to learn about the healthy habits that can help safeguard your retinas and your sight.

Released: 1-Feb-2022 8:05 AM EST
Know the ABCs of AMD Symptoms to See for a Lifetime
American Society of Retina Specialists

During February’s AMD Awareness Month, America’s retina specialists urge everyone to pay special attention to their vision, learn more about AMD, and understand the ABCs of AMD symptoms which warrant an immediate visit with a retina specialist for a comprehensive dilated retina exam.

Released: 1-Nov-2021 8:05 AM EDT
Diabetic Eye Disease: Awareness of Risks, Symptoms Can Save Your Sight
American Society of Retina Specialists

Diabetic retinopathy affects nearly 8 million Americans, and that number is expected to double by 2050, but knowing the risks and symptoms and seeking an early diagnosis and treatment from a retina specialist can preserve sight and virtually eliminate vision loss from the condition, according to the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).

Released: 21-Sep-2021 8:00 AM EDT
American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) Launches See for a Lifetime See a Retina Specialist Education Initiative to Drive Awareness and Action Around Retinal Diseases that Put Millions at Risk for Blindness
American Society of Retina Specialists

America’s retina specialists are warning the public that millions in the US who don’t know the facts about common retinal conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy are at risk for preventable blindness or vision loss from these sight stealing conditions.

Released: 4-Aug-2021 11:45 AM EDT
New Issue of the Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases Now Available
American Society of Retina Specialists

The July/August 2021 issue of the Journal of VitreoRetinal Diseases (JVRD), the official peer-reviewed, scientific journal of the American Society of Retina Specialists, has been published.

Released: 26-Jan-2021 11:15 AM EST
Early Diagnosis, Treatment Make Seeing Clearly with AMD a Reality
American Society of Retina Specialists

Less than twenty years ago, most people diagnosed with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD) were destined to become legally blind. Today, advances in the diagnosis and treatment of AMD made possible by retina specialists allow many patients with advanced AMD to keep reading, driving and enjoying their independence.

Released: 10-Dec-2020 8:05 AM EST
Focus on Healthy Vision with Six New Year’s Resolutions from Retina Specialists
American Society of Retina Specialists

For many people, the new year means making New Year’s resolutions to improve health and wellness, such as losing weight or getting more sleep. Habits that help support retina health should be top priorities as well, according to the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).

Released: 29-Oct-2020 8:05 AM EDT
Un estudio descubre que los estadounidenses no conocen los síntomas y los riesgos de la retinopatía diabética
American Society of Retina Specialists

La retinopatía diabética es la causa más común de ceguera en los adultos de edad laboral; sin embargo, la mayoría de los estadounidenses de más de 40 años no conocen sus síntomas ni los factores de riesgo para esta afección común que amenaza la vista, según una encuesta encomendada por la Sociedad Estadounidense de Especialistas en Retina (American Society of Retina Specialists, ASRS).

Released: 29-Oct-2020 8:00 AM EDT
Americans in the Dark on Diabetic Retinopathy Symptoms, Risks, Survey Finds
American Society of Retina Specialists

Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among working-age adults, yet most Americans over 40 don’t know its symptoms or the risk factors for this common sight-threatening condition, according to a survey commissioned by the American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS).

Released: 29-Sep-2020 1:05 PM EDT
American Society of Retina Specialists LaunchesRetina Health for Life Podcast
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) today announced the launch of a new audio and video podcast series providing consumers with critical information about the signs, symptoms and risk factors of retina disease and the importance of seeing a retina specialist for specialized care.

Released: 8-Sep-2020 10:10 AM EDT
Take Steps to Safeguard Your Sight as You Age
American Society of Retina Specialists

During September’s Healthy Aging Month, America’s retina specialists urge the public to learn the signs and symptoms of retinal conditions that are more common with age, adopt healthy habits that protect sight, and seek care immediately if they experience sudden changes in vision rather than delaying care during the COVID-19 pandemic, which could lead to vision loss.

Released: 8-Jun-2020 11:00 AM EDT
Press Registration for the ASRS 2020 Virtual Annual Meeting Now Open
American Society of Retina Specialists

The American Society of Retina Specialists (ASRS) invites members of the press to cover the latest advances in retina science and practice during its virtual 38th Annual Scientific Meeting July 24-26.

Released: 6-Apr-2020 11:20 AM EDT
Retina Specialists Urge Patients to Keep Critical Eye Appointments, Maintain Healthy Sight During COVID-19
American Society of Retina Specialists

Americans in many states across the country have been ordered to stay at home or shelter in place, mitigation efforts sorely needed to help stop the spread of COVID-19. But orders that encourage social distancing do not prohibit patients from essential medical visits, such as seeing a retina specialist for treatments that can preserve vision. People with retinal conditions and those experiencing new signs of a retinal disease, such as loss of vision or flashers or floaters, should contact their retina specialist to determine the best course of action.


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