Eye Health Features

It may be hard to learn that your loved one has AMD. Here’s how to help take care of them while still allowing them independence.

Scientists are closer than ever to new therapies for geographic atrophy, an advanced form of the eye disease called dry age-related macular degeneration.

Are your eyes dry, uncomfortable, and bulging? You could have thyroid eye disease, especially if you already have Graves’ disease. Learn more about TED.

Learn what it’s like to live with NMO and how it can change over time.

Learn more about low vision and the devices and tech to help you see.

Learn from an expert why genetic testing critical for diagnosis of inherited retinal dystrophy and how gene therapy is the wave of the future in treatment.

You may not know about inherited retinal dystrophy, but this group of eye disorders can steal your vision. Learn more them and how your genes play a role.

How do you face a diagnosis of a disease that will permanently affect your vision? Learn how someone who got that shocking news lives her best life now.

Treatment for inherited retinal disease (IRD) is making important progress. Find out what’s available and how a clinical trial may offer new hope.

Even though there’s no cure for most types of inherited retinal disease (IRD), an early diagnosis is still crucial for your quality of life. Here’s why.

In a tough economy, saving money is on everyone's mind. But when it comes to eye care, experts say that what you do to save money today may put you at risk of much higher costs in the future.

Legend says the herb helped British pilots fly at night during World War II. But is it truth or a tall tale?

WebMD describes some common child eye problems, the screening process used to diagnose them, and how they're treated.

There’s a debate about the idea that you can correct your vision naturally, without glasses. Does it work?

A lot of medications could affect your eyes. Here's what you can do about it.

Could digital and 3D technology in the classroom hurt your child’s vision?

The founder of Toms Shoes steps into a new eyeglasses donation campaign. Plus: How his new book teaches others how to make a difference.

Carrots may be the food with the biggest reputation for eye health. But other foods may be more important for preventing age-related macular degeneration and cataracts. Feast your eyes on these powerhouse foods for healthy eyes.

Routine eye exams play an important role in maintaining your child’s eye health. Learn how eye exams can detect vision problems and help protect your child’s eye health.

Contrary to popular belief, reading in dim light will not ruin your eyesight.

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul. They’re also the window to your health.

Hazards to your eyes are lurking around every corner, but WebMD has 5 essential ways to protect yourself against eye injury.

Sunglasses this summer are oversized, colorful, and glitzy, with plenty of style to make a big splash when you head out into the sun.

Not everyone achieves perfect eyesight. Consider the pluses and minuses before deciding if it's right for you.