...
...
[

blindness news

]

7 top Ayurveda secrets to save your eyes from heatwaves this summer

This summer heat could be silently damaging your vision: 7 Ayurveda remedies to protect yourself now.
Updated on Apr 28, 2025 01:57 PM IST

Doctor says you could be losing vision right now and not even know it

The vision crisis hiding in plain sight: What everyone should know to avoid permanent vision loss or blindness.
Updated on Apr 15, 2025 02:39 PM IST

Colour blindness in children: Doctor explains how to spot the early signs

Colour blindness is inherited.
Published on Mar 07, 2025 08:54 PM IST

Are popular weight loss and diabetes drugs causing you vision problems?

Popular Weight Loss and Diabetes Drugs Linked to Sudden Vision Loss: Are You at Risk?
Updated on Feb 13, 2025 01:19 PM IST

Anupamaa actor Gaurav Khanna says he is colour blind: Is it more common in men?

Gaurav Khanna has revealed he suffers from colour blindness. (Instagram/ Gaurav Khanna)
Published on Feb 12, 2025 02:22 PM IST

Visually-impaired man works tirelessly with unwavering support from friend

A visually impaired man’s hard work, supported by his loyal friend, moved the internet.
Published on Feb 10, 2025 09:22 AM IST

New drug may help restoring vision for people with nerve damage: Study

The medicine, LL-341070, improves the brain's ability to repair damaged myelin--the protective sheath that surrounds nerve fibers.
Published on Jan 26, 2025 12:45 PM IST

RML doc says 137mn Indians suffer from vision loss

For representation only (HT FIle Photo)
Published on Dec 11, 2024 09:05 PM IST

Alarming rise of myopia in Indian kids: 5 things parents must do now

Myopia in Indian kids predicted to hit 48% by 2050—What parents must do now
Updated on Nov 30, 2024 02:36 AM IST

Give priority to 'absolutely blind' candidates in jobs: Karnataka HC

The Department of School Education contested this decision, arguing that reservations for candidates with "low vision" and those with "absolute blindness" should be treated as separate categories. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Published on Nov 15, 2024 11:59 AM IST

Blindness prevention: 6 sun protection tips for eyes in summers for eye patients

Blindness prevention: 6 sun protection tips for eyes in summers for eye patients
Published on May 23, 2024 05:09 PM IST

Gene therapy trials treat inherited blindness and deafness

A new CRISPR gene editing called EDIT-101 has successfully restored vision in some patients with congenital blindness
Published on May 09, 2024 03:45 PM IST

Living with glaucoma: Tips for coping and maintaining quality of life

Living with glaucoma: Tips for coping and maintaining visual health, quality of life
Updated on Apr 23, 2024 11:54 AM IST

Vitamin A deficiency and blindness: Nutritional needs for optimal eye health

Vitamin A deficiency and blindness: Addressing nutritional needs for optimal eye health
Published on Mar 29, 2024 09:56 AM IST

Watch out for these biological and social factors causing eye problems in women

Watch out for these biological and social factors causing eye problems in women
Published on Mar 28, 2024 04:58 PM IST

Regular eye check-up can help detect, manage glaucoma in early stages, say PGIMER experts

Beyond the age of 40, individuals, particularly high myopes, diabetics, and those with a positive family history, face a higher risk of developing glaucoma. (HT)
Updated on Mar 10, 2024 08:24 AM IST

Lucknow’s KGMU to enhance diabetic retinopathy treatment facilities

For representation only (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
Updated on Feb 11, 2024 10:43 PM IST

Chandigarh: Doctors throw light on diabetes’ impact on vision

Dr Grewal emphasised the alarming increase in diabetes cases in India, attributing it to longer lifespans and sedentary lifestyles. (HT File)
Updated on Nov 15, 2023 07:02 AM IST

Glaucoma often goes unnoticed in older individuals: Study

Compared to people without the disease those with glaucoma had similar levels of physical activity and did not smoke more, or drink more alcohol.
Published on Sep 07, 2023 07:48 PM IST

Nigerian man goes ‘blind’ while attempting 7-day ‘Cry-A-Thon’ challenge: Report

Tembu Ebere suffered various problems during a Cry-A-Thon in Nigeria.
Published on Jul 19, 2023 07:23 PM IST

The Art and Science of Fitness | Lessons in endurance from disabled athletes

PREMIUM
So, how does a visually impaired person fly?
Published on Jul 10, 2023 07:39 PM IST

Jamie Foxx's representative sets the record straight on Covid-19 vaccination row

In a twist of events, a spokesperson for Jamie Foxx has stepped forward to quash a baseless rumor that the actor suffered paralysis and blindness due to a COVID-19 vaccine.
Published on Jun 08, 2023 06:58 PM IST

Elon Musk's Neuralink on hunt for human trail partner. Why?

Elon Musk's Neuralink has been developing brain implants since 2016.
Published on Mar 27, 2023 04:18 PM IST

Glaucoma, the 'silent thief of sight': Diagnosis, ways to tackle vision loss

Glaucoma, the 'silent thief of sight': Diagnosis, ways to tackle vision loss
Updated on Mar 19, 2023 02:01 PM IST

Glaucoma: Understanding the causes and symptoms of rising blindness cases

Treatment of glaucoma is much more successful when it is begun in early stages of the disease, when sight loss is minimal.
Updated on Mar 14, 2023 02:15 PM IST

Celebrating 20 glorious years of empowering visually impaired

Delhi based NGO Saksham has completed 20 years today
Published on Feb 14, 2023 01:29 PM IST

Ayurveda for eyes: Best Ayurvedic home remedies to make your vision stronger

Ayurveda for eyes: Best Ayurvedic home remedies to make your vision stronger
Updated on Feb 08, 2023 08:41 AM IST

Ayurvedic remedies to improve eye health

Ayurvedic remedies to improve eye health
Updated on Jan 30, 2023 03:39 PM IST

Suffering from glaucoma? Stop performing these 7 Yoga asanas

Suffering from glaucoma? Stop performing these 7 Yoga asanas
Published on Jan 30, 2023 03:11 PM IST

Pet care: How to take care of your visually-impaired dog

Having a blind dog at home and looking after him can be a challenge. A little extra love and care can make their life at home independent and safe.
Published on Nov 04, 2022 05:35 PM IST