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Released: 19-Apr-2005 2:05 PM EDT
Search for AMD Genes Narrows
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

In the last month, researchers have taken an exciting step forward in identifying the genes that cause or increase the risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of blindness in the elderly.

Released: 2-May-2005 4:30 PM EDT
Many Glaucoma Patients Don’t Take Medication Properly
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

A study shows that as many as 47 percent of patients receiving glaucoma therapy do not comply with their doctor's prescribed medicine regimen.

Released: 4-May-2005 9:00 AM EDT
AAO Sets its Sight on Healthy Vision Month
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

May is Healthy Vision Month and the American Academy of Ophthalmology urges Americans to do what they can to prevent vision loss.

Released: 7-Jun-2005 3:30 PM EDT
For Your Eyes Only! The AAO Explains Iris Scanning Technology
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

With iris security identification recently in the news, the American Academy of Ophthalmology explained how an eyeball can be substituted for a passkey or a fingerprint.

Released: 20-Jun-2005 1:25 PM EDT
Eyes Need Sunblock, Too
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

July is UV Safety Month, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology -- the Eye M.D. Association -- reminds Americans of the importance of protecting their eyes from the sun's harmful rays by wearing sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats.

Released: 26-Jul-2005 11:00 AM EDT
Make Sure Eye Screening is on Your Back-to-School Checklist
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

In observance of Children's Eye Health and Safety Month in September, the American Academy of Ophthalmology -- the Eye M.D. Association -- recommends screening infants for common eye problems during their regular pediatric appointments, as well as vision screening for all children starting at approximately three years of age.

Released: 17-Nov-2005 12:25 PM EST
Label Change for Flomax Following Report of Cataract Surgery Complications
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

Study shows prostate drug causes "intraocular floppy iris syndrome." Doctors must anticipate using alternative surgical strategies.

Released: 17-Nov-2005 12:30 PM EST
Adult Strabismus – Hard to Say, Good to Fix
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

Study shows that treatment for eye misalignment greatly improves quality of life.

Released: 6-Dec-2005 2:00 PM EST
Pop Open a Bottle of Bubbly, the Right Way!
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

The American Academy of Ophthalmology"”the Eye M.D. Association"”and Eye M.D.s across the country are urging Americans to celebrate safely this holiday season.

Released: 2-Jun-2006 12:00 PM EDT
Leave Fireworks to the Professionals
American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

For this Fourth of July holiday, the American Academy of Ophthalmology urges families to attend public fireworks displays put on by professionals.


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