WASHINGTON, September 14, 2021 – A common eye test could expel tear droplets up to a meter away from the patient, potentially spreading viruses that cause COVID-19 and other pathogens. In Physics of ...

Regular eye exams are important in detecting early signs of diabetic retinopathy to prevent vision loss. Since diabetic retinopathy doesn’t cause symptoms in its early stages, diagnostic testing can ...

Eye problems are often seen as an issue for older adults, but Rachel Parkinson’s story shows that they can affect anyone. The mum from Preston, who is short-sighted with astigmatism, was shocked to ...

In a new article, scientists explain how tears ejected from the eye during a procedure that tests for glaucoma can theoretically transmit disease. A common eye test could expel tear droplets up to a ...