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FDA Approves First Gene Therapy Eye Implant

In 2025, Encelto became the first approved gene therapy implant for MacTel Type 2, offering a pioneering, one-time treatment to safeguard central vision in this rare retinal disease.


Fungal-Derived Fumagillin Emerges as Non-Surgical Treatment for Rare Corneal Infection

Fumagillin—a fungal-derived topical antibiotic—has treated a rare corneal infection without surgery in pilot cases, offering hope for less invasive eye care options.


AI-Driven Virtual Eye: The Digital Twin Revolution in Personalized Vision Care

Virtual eye models created with AI and imaging could transform vision therapy by predicting outcomes on a digital twin before real-world intervention.


Breaking Barriers: How Microneedle Technology Is Revolutionizing Eye Drug Delivery

Tiny and targeted—ocular microneedles are emerging as game-changing tools for treating eye diseases, delivering drugs more effectively and comfortably than ever before.


Optometry Goes Vertical: How Stand-Up Eye Exams Are Improving Workflow and Patient Safety

Clinics are moving toward stand-up eye exam stations to boost efficiency, reduce contact points, and support hybrid and telehealth models. Learn why this trend is gaining steam.


Tear Fluid Diagnostics: The Future of Non-Invasive Eye and Systemic Health Testing

Tears aren’t just for emotion—they’re emerging as non-invasive test samples for eye disease and broader health issues. Explore this innovative diagnostic frontier.


Smart Lenses That Medicate: The Future of Eye Care in 2025

3D-printed contact lenses infused with medication may revolutionize how we treat eye conditions—no more missed doses, just wear and heal.


Sports Vision Training: Sharpening Sight for Athletic Performance and Beyond

From VR games to strobe glasses, sports vision training is helping professionals like athletes and pilots sharpen reaction time. Learn how this emerging trend could benefit everyone.


How Smoking Harms Your Eyes: Vision Risks You Shouldn’t Ignore

Smoking damages your eyes in more ways than you might expect—from raising cataract risk to sharply increasing odds of macular degeneration. Discover how even secondhand smoke can harm your vision.


How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Eyes — And What to Do About It

Seasonal allergies can take a toll on your eyes. Find out what causes itchy, watery, red eyes — and how to get lasting relief.


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