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MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMY: SURGERY FOR NARROW-ANGLEWHAT CAUSES NARROW ANGLES?YOU MAY HAVE NARROW ANGLES BECAUSE OF CERTAIN ANATOMICAL CONDITIONS, SUCH AS HAVING A SHORTER EYE THAN THE AVERAGE PERSON, BEING HYPEROPIC (FAR-SIG...ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA: A MEDICAL EMERGENCYIF YOU ARE A PRIMARY ANGLE-CLOSURE “SUSPECT,” YOU MAY BE AT RISK FOR A POTENTIALLY VERY SERIOUS CONDITION CALLED ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA. OFTE...RISKS AND BENEFITS OF LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMYIT IS UNDERSTANDABLY DIFFICULT FOR PATIENTS WHO SEE AN EYE CARE PROVIDER DURING A ROUTINE VISIT TO BE TOLD THAT THEY HAVE NARROW ANGLES REQUIRING A...ALTERNATIVES TO IRIDOTOMYALTERNATIVES TO LASER IRIDOTOMY INCLUDE A SURGICAL IRIDECTOMY IN WHICH AN INCISION IS MADE IN THE EYE TO REMOVE A PORTION OF THE IRIS. SURGICAL IRI...WHAT HAPPENS DURING AN IRIDOTOMY?IN MOST LASER SURGERY, THE EYE IS ANESTHETIZED WITH THE SAME EYE DROPS USED FOR MEASURING THE EYE PRESSURE. SOME ADDITIONAL PREPARATORY EYE DROPS M... The laser beam is aimed and multiple laser “shots” are placed into the iris. (Laser surgery is not painful although the patient may feel a “pop” in the eye or an occasional pin-prick type sensation.) At the end of the laser peripheral iridotomy surgery, the contact lens is removed and the eye rinsed out. BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMY: SURGERY FOR NARROW-ANGLEWHAT CAUSES NARROW ANGLES?YOU MAY HAVE NARROW ANGLES BECAUSE OF CERTAIN ANATOMICAL CONDITIONS, SUCH AS HAVING A SHORTER EYE THAN THE AVERAGE PERSON, BEING HYPEROPIC (FAR-SIG...ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA: A MEDICAL EMERGENCYIF YOU ARE A PRIMARY ANGLE-CLOSURE “SUSPECT,” YOU MAY BE AT RISK FOR A POTENTIALLY VERY SERIOUS CONDITION CALLED ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA. OFTE...RISKS AND BENEFITS OF LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMYIT IS UNDERSTANDABLY DIFFICULT FOR PATIENTS WHO SEE AN EYE CARE PROVIDER DURING A ROUTINE VISIT TO BE TOLD THAT THEY HAVE NARROW ANGLES REQUIRING A...ALTERNATIVES TO IRIDOTOMYALTERNATIVES TO LASER IRIDOTOMY INCLUDE A SURGICAL IRIDECTOMY IN WHICH AN INCISION IS MADE IN THE EYE TO REMOVE A PORTION OF THE IRIS. SURGICAL IRI...WHAT HAPPENS DURING AN IRIDOTOMY?IN MOST LASER SURGERY, THE EYE IS ANESTHETIZED WITH THE SAME EYE DROPS USED FOR MEASURING THE EYE PRESSURE. SOME ADDITIONAL PREPARATORY EYE DROPS M... The laser beam is aimed and multiple laser “shots” are placed into the iris. (Laser surgery is not painful although the patient may feel a “pop” in the eye or an occasional pin-prick type sensation.) At the end of the laser peripheral iridotomy surgery, the contact lens is removed and the eye rinsed out. BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
SAFETY AND THE OLDER DRIVER (MAY 2021) The event featured Elin Schold Davis from the Older Driver Initiative, who provided information about diseases that cause vision issues or loss and the effects on driving. Many participants had questions and concerns about safe driving conditions, signs for concerns about driving, and how to transition to driving less.View the transcriptPrint the transcript WIRELESS DEVICE FINDS NEW WAYS TO DIAGNOSE AND MONITOR What: An implantable wireless device has identified new ways to help physicians diagnose and monitor glaucoma by continuously measuring and recording a number of new pressure parameters in the eye and not just relying on intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements. These new parameters could lead to improvement in diagnosing and following patients with glaucoma. NEW MODEL OF BRAIN CELL-BLOOD VESSEL INTERACTION CAN HELP What: A new 3D model of the neurovascular unit – complex structure of brain cell/blood vessel interaction – helps to study how the vasculature contributes to neurodegenerative disease and affects the accumulation of tau and amyloid-beta peptides in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Where: Robert J, et al. “An In Vitro Bioengineered Model of the Human Arterial Neurovascular Unit to Study RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
GLAUCOMA SURGERY SERIES: CYCLOPHOTOCOAGULATION Cyclophotocoagulation is a laser treatment that targets the ciliary processes of the eye. The ciliary processes are the part of the eye that produce the fluid, or aqueous humor, that bathes the tissues in the front of the eye.Although the part of the eye that does not function well in glaucoma is the “outflow” or drainage system, including the trabecular meshwork, many treatments target QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS THAT CAN AFFECT AGE-RELATED Patients often ask if their medications affect the risk of vision loss from age-related macular degeneration (AMD). One class of medications can lead to more severe vision loss in people with the wet form of the disease, and another class of drugs may have a beneficial effect. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMY: SURGERY FOR NARROW-ANGLEWHAT CAUSES NARROW ANGLES?YOU MAY HAVE NARROW ANGLES BECAUSE OF CERTAIN ANATOMICAL CONDITIONS, SUCH AS HAVING A SHORTER EYE THAN THE AVERAGE PERSON, BEING HYPEROPIC (FAR-SIG...ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA: A MEDICAL EMERGENCYIF YOU ARE A PRIMARY ANGLE-CLOSURE “SUSPECT,” YOU MAY BE AT RISK FOR A POTENTIALLY VERY SERIOUS CONDITION CALLED ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA. OFTE...RISKS AND BENEFITS OF LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMYIT IS UNDERSTANDABLY DIFFICULT FOR PATIENTS WHO SEE AN EYE CARE PROVIDER DURING A ROUTINE VISIT TO BE TOLD THAT THEY HAVE NARROW ANGLES REQUIRING A...ALTERNATIVES TO IRIDOTOMYALTERNATIVES TO LASER IRIDOTOMY INCLUDE A SURGICAL IRIDECTOMY IN WHICH AN INCISION IS MADE IN THE EYE TO REMOVE A PORTION OF THE IRIS. SURGICAL IRI...WHAT HAPPENS DURING AN IRIDOTOMY?IN MOST LASER SURGERY, THE EYE IS ANESTHETIZED WITH THE SAME EYE DROPS USED FOR MEASURING THE EYE PRESSURE. SOME ADDITIONAL PREPARATORY EYE DROPS M... The laser beam is aimed and multiple laser “shots” are placed into the iris. (Laser surgery is not painful although the patient may feel a “pop” in the eye or an occasional pin-prick type sensation.) At the end of the laser peripheral iridotomy surgery, the contact lens is removed and the eye rinsed out. BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMY: SURGERY FOR NARROW-ANGLEWHAT CAUSES NARROW ANGLES?YOU MAY HAVE NARROW ANGLES BECAUSE OF CERTAIN ANATOMICAL CONDITIONS, SUCH AS HAVING A SHORTER EYE THAN THE AVERAGE PERSON, BEING HYPEROPIC (FAR-SIG...ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA: A MEDICAL EMERGENCYIF YOU ARE A PRIMARY ANGLE-CLOSURE “SUSPECT,” YOU MAY BE AT RISK FOR A POTENTIALLY VERY SERIOUS CONDITION CALLED ACUTE ANGLE-CLOSURE GLAUCOMA. OFTE...RISKS AND BENEFITS OF LASER PERIPHERAL IRIDOTOMYIT IS UNDERSTANDABLY DIFFICULT FOR PATIENTS WHO SEE AN EYE CARE PROVIDER DURING A ROUTINE VISIT TO BE TOLD THAT THEY HAVE NARROW ANGLES REQUIRING A...ALTERNATIVES TO IRIDOTOMYALTERNATIVES TO LASER IRIDOTOMY INCLUDE A SURGICAL IRIDECTOMY IN WHICH AN INCISION IS MADE IN THE EYE TO REMOVE A PORTION OF THE IRIS. SURGICAL IRI...WHAT HAPPENS DURING AN IRIDOTOMY?IN MOST LASER SURGERY, THE EYE IS ANESTHETIZED WITH THE SAME EYE DROPS USED FOR MEASURING THE EYE PRESSURE. SOME ADDITIONAL PREPARATORY EYE DROPS M... The laser beam is aimed and multiple laser “shots” are placed into the iris. (Laser surgery is not painful although the patient may feel a “pop” in the eye or an occasional pin-prick type sensation.) At the end of the laser peripheral iridotomy surgery, the contact lens is removed and the eye rinsed out. BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
SAFETY AND THE OLDER DRIVER (MAY 2021) The event featured Elin Schold Davis from the Older Driver Initiative, who provided information about diseases that cause vision issues or loss and the effects on driving. Many participants had questions and concerns about safe driving conditions, signs for concerns about driving, and how to transition to driving less.View the transcriptPrint the transcript WIRELESS DEVICE FINDS NEW WAYS TO DIAGNOSE AND MONITOR What: An implantable wireless device has identified new ways to help physicians diagnose and monitor glaucoma by continuously measuring and recording a number of new pressure parameters in the eye and not just relying on intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements. These new parameters could lead to improvement in diagnosing and following patients with glaucoma. NEW MODEL OF BRAIN CELL-BLOOD VESSEL INTERACTION CAN HELP What: A new 3D model of the neurovascular unit – complex structure of brain cell/blood vessel interaction – helps to study how the vasculature contributes to neurodegenerative disease and affects the accumulation of tau and amyloid-beta peptides in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Where: Robert J, et al. “An In Vitro Bioengineered Model of the Human Arterial Neurovascular Unit to Study RISKS, BENEFITS & SIDE EFFECTS OF GLAUCOMA SURGERY The following are (rare) glaucoma surgery risks or side effects to discuss with your doctor: Vision loss. Bleeding in the eye. Infection. Low eye pressure (or hypotony) ScarringCataract formation. Below we discuss each of the risks and why we believe the benefits outweighthem.
GLAUCOMA SURGERY SERIES: CYCLOPHOTOCOAGULATION Cyclophotocoagulation is a laser treatment that targets the ciliary processes of the eye. The ciliary processes are the part of the eye that produce the fluid, or aqueous humor, that bathes the tissues in the front of the eye.Although the part of the eye that does not function well in glaucoma is the “outflow” or drainage system, including the trabecular meshwork, many treatments target QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS THAT CAN AFFECT AGE-RELATED Patients often ask if their medications affect the risk of vision loss from age-related macular degeneration (AMD). One class of medications can lead to more severe vision loss in people with the wet form of the disease, and another class of drugs may have a beneficial effect. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. TREATMENTS FOR DRY MACULAR DEGENERATION The AREDS2 recommendation for the supplement formula is: 500 mg of vitamin C. 400 IUs of vitamin E. 10 mg of lutein. 2 mg of zeaxanthin. 80 mg of zinc. 2 mg of copper. It’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proven effective. CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? Macular degeneration is an area of intensive research. The discovery of VEGF as an important driver of wet AMD, by American scientists supported by the NIH and private foundations, has led to improved vision in millions of patients. Future “bench to bedside” research will lead to better treatments to prevent and reverse AMD. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. TREATMENTS FOR DRY MACULAR DEGENERATION The AREDS2 recommendation for the supplement formula is: 500 mg of vitamin C. 400 IUs of vitamin E. 10 mg of lutein. 2 mg of zeaxanthin. 80 mg of zinc. 2 mg of copper. It’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proven effective. CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? Macular degeneration is an area of intensive research. The discovery of VEGF as an important driver of wet AMD, by American scientists supported by the NIH and private foundations, has led to improved vision in millions of patients. Future “bench to bedside” research will lead to better treatments to prevent and reverse AMD. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
SAFETY AND THE OLDER DRIVER (MAY 2021) The event featured Elin Schold Davis from the Older Driver Initiative, who provided information about diseases that cause vision issues or loss and the effects on driving. Many participants had questions and concerns about safe driving conditions, signs for concerns about driving, and how to transition to driving less.View the transcriptPrint the transcript NEW MODEL OF BRAIN CELL-BLOOD VESSEL INTERACTION CAN HELP What: A new 3D model of the neurovascular unit – complex structure of brain cell/blood vessel interaction – helps to study how the vasculature contributes to neurodegenerative disease and affects the accumulation of tau and amyloid-beta peptides in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Where: Robert J, et al. “An In Vitro Bioengineered Model of the Human Arterial Neurovascular Unit to Study WIRELESS DEVICE FINDS NEW WAYS TO DIAGNOSE AND MONITOR What: An implantable wireless device has identified new ways to help physicians diagnose and monitor glaucoma by continuously measuring and recording a number of new pressure parameters in the eye and not just relying on intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements. These new parameters could lead to improvement in diagnosing and following patients with glaucoma. NEW MODEL OF ALZHEIMER’S REVEALS GENETIC CHANGES What: To make a more accurate model, researchers turned skin cells from people with sporadic Alzheimer’s disease (AD) into neurons that closely resemble the age and disease characteristics of human brain cells affected by AD. Where: Mertens et al., Age-dependent Instability of Mature Neuronal Fate in Induced Neurons from Alzheimer’s Patients, Cell Stem Cell, 2021. MACULAR DEGENERATION AND SPECIALTY GLASSES Joshua Dunaief, MD, PhD. People with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can have a wide range of visual impairment: some with early AMD have almost normal vision, while others with advanced AMD have lost most of their central vision. For many, the right glasses can be helpful. People with AMD can benefit from a good “refraction,”which
PICK’S DISEASE: SYMPTOMS, PROGRESSION & TREATMENT Clinically, Pick’s disease differs from AD in affecting personality before memory shows deterioration. Changes in personality can include poor social judgment, disinhibition, vulgarity, and restlessness. Some patients steal or show repetitive, compulsive behaviors. Many patients become irritable, agitated, or depressed. Others are more apathetic. LESS COMMON AMD SYMPTOMS: DARK SPOTS, ON WHITE WALLS People with AMD are usually diagnosed during a routine eye exam when the eye doctor sees small white spots in the retina called drusen.Or, if they have advanced AMD, a person may notice a dark area or distortion in their central vision.However, there are other symptoms of AMD that are less noticeable or occur less commonly, but are worthknowing about.
CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. THE BEST EXERCISE FOR PEOPLE WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE Aerobic activities: brisk walking, water aerobics, tai chi, dancing, yard work, bicycling less than 10 mph, yoga. Muscle-strengthening activities: use of exercise bands, hand-held weights or weight machines, body weight exercises (e.g. push-ups, chin-ups), some forms of tai chi and yoga. DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS THAT INDUCE DEMENTIA-LIKE SYMPTOMS Medication Examples. (On mobile devices, swipe left to see all of the table columns below.) This list of medications been shown to cause or are suspected of causing symptoms of dementia. Medication Class. Generic Name. Brand Name. Anti-anxiety and Sleeping-Pill MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. MACULAR DEGENERATION AND SPECIALTY GLASSES Joshua Dunaief, MD, PhD. People with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can have a wide range of visual impairment: some with early AMD have almost normal vision, while others with advanced AMD have lost most of their central vision. For many, the right glasses can be helpful. People with AMD can benefit from a good “refraction,”which
TREATMENTS FOR DRY MACULAR DEGENERATION The AREDS2 recommendation for the supplement formula is: 500 mg of vitamin C. 400 IUs of vitamin E. 10 mg of lutein. 2 mg of zeaxanthin. 80 mg of zinc. 2 mg of copper. It’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proven effective. THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN RETINAL IMPLANTS CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? Macular degeneration is an area of intensive research. The discovery of VEGF as an important driver of wet AMD, by American scientists supported by the NIH and private foundations, has led to improved vision in millions of patients. Future “bench to bedside” research will lead to better treatments to prevent and reverse AMD. PICK’S DISEASE: SYMPTOMS, PROGRESSION & TREATMENT Clinically, Pick’s disease differs from AD in affecting personality before memory shows deterioration. Changes in personality can include poor social judgment, disinhibition, vulgarity, and restlessness. Some patients steal or show repetitive, compulsive behaviors. Many patients become irritable, agitated, or depressed. Others are more apathetic. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. MACULAR DEGENERATION AND SPECIALTY GLASSES Joshua Dunaief, MD, PhD. People with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can have a wide range of visual impairment: some with early AMD have almost normal vision, while others with advanced AMD have lost most of their central vision. For many, the right glasses can be helpful. People with AMD can benefit from a good “refraction,”which
TREATMENTS FOR DRY MACULAR DEGENERATION The AREDS2 recommendation for the supplement formula is: 500 mg of vitamin C. 400 IUs of vitamin E. 10 mg of lutein. 2 mg of zeaxanthin. 80 mg of zinc. 2 mg of copper. It’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proven effective. THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN RETINAL IMPLANTS CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? Macular degeneration is an area of intensive research. The discovery of VEGF as an important driver of wet AMD, by American scientists supported by the NIH and private foundations, has led to improved vision in millions of patients. Future “bench to bedside” research will lead to better treatments to prevent and reverse AMD. PICK’S DISEASE: SYMPTOMS, PROGRESSION & TREATMENT Clinically, Pick’s disease differs from AD in affecting personality before memory shows deterioration. Changes in personality can include poor social judgment, disinhibition, vulgarity, and restlessness. Some patients steal or show repetitive, compulsive behaviors. Many patients become irritable, agitated, or depressed. Others are more apathetic. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. REFUSING TO TAKE MEDICATIONS: TIPS FOR THE ALZHEIMER'S Make it fun. When all else fails, and it sometimes will, set everything aside for a few minutes, allow time for calming down, and then return to the medication task in 10 -15 minutes. Remember that behaviors will change over time, and what works for one period of timemay need to
BRIGHTFOCUS FOUNDATION Three BrightFocus Foundation-Funded Scientists Elected to Prestigious National Academy of Medicine. Three scientists – renowned for scientific breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s, macular degeneration and glaucoma and who were given key early support from BrightFocus – have been elected as members of the prestigious National Academy ofMedicine.
TYPES OF MACULAR DEGENERATION In macular degeneration, cells in the macular region begin to die, causing blind spots and distorted central vision. The two types of macular degeneration are dry and wet. People can develop both types of the disease. The disease can affect one or both eyes. The disease may progress slowly or rapidly. NEW MODEL OF BRAIN CELL-BLOOD VESSEL INTERACTION CAN HELP What: A new 3D model of the neurovascular unit – complex structure of brain cell/blood vessel interaction – helps to study how the vasculature contributes to neurodegenerative disease and affects the accumulation of tau and amyloid-beta peptides in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Where: Robert J, et al. “An In Vitro Bioengineered Model of the Human Arterial Neurovascular Unit to Study NEW MODEL OF ALZHEIMER’S REVEALS GENETIC CHANGES What: To make a more accurate model, researchers turned skin cells from people with sporadic Alzheimer’s disease (AD) into neurons that closely resemble the age and disease characteristics of human brain cells affected by AD. Where: Mertens et al., Age-dependent Instability of Mature Neuronal Fate in Induced Neurons from Alzheimer’s Patients, Cell Stem Cell, 2021. WIRELESS DEVICE FINDS NEW WAYS TO DIAGNOSE AND MONITOR What: An implantable wireless device has identified new ways to help physicians diagnose and monitor glaucoma by continuously measuring and recording a number of new pressure parameters in the eye and not just relying on intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements. These new parameters could lead to improvement in diagnosing and following patients with glaucoma. BRIGHTFOCUS LAUDS FDA APPROVAL OF NEW ALZHEIMER’S DRUG The following statement was issued today by Stacy Pagos Haller, President and CEO of BrightFocus Foundation: BrightFocus, along with families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease across the nation and the world, welcomes the Food and Drug Administration’s decision allowing clinical use of aducanumab, to be marketed under the name Aduhelm, as a new drug believed to slow cognitive TREATMENTS FOR DRY MACULAR DEGENERATION The AREDS2 recommendation for the supplement formula is: 500 mg of vitamin C. 400 IUs of vitamin E. 10 mg of lutein. 2 mg of zeaxanthin. 80 mg of zinc. 2 mg of copper. It’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proven effective. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research BRIGHTFOCUS CHAT (LIVE AUDIO STREAM) The "Play" button will appear on the screen 15 to 20 minutes prior to Chat. To submit a question during the Chat, you may enter it in the "Ask a Question" box that will be visible during the Chat. You can also access the Chat by calling 1-877-229-8493 and using the ID code112435 .
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. HOW TO RECOGNIZE VISION HEALTH SCAMS As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research EYE INJECTIONS FOR AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONSEE MORE ONBRIGHTFOCUS.ORG
WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. INFORMING YOUR LOVED ONE ABOUT THEIR ALZHEIMER’S DIAGNOSIS In clinical practice, there has been a tendency among physicians to not inform their patients of their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Looking at Medicare data from years 2008 – 2010 including the data of 16,000 people, and interviewing patients who were being treated for Alzheimer’s, one study concluded that just 45 percent of physicians told their patients they have Alzheimer’s. FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. DO STATINS INCREASE OR DECREASE ALZHEIMER’S RISK They increase high density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as the “good” cholesterol. Statins have been convincingly shown to reduce the risk of atherosclerotic heart disease and ischemic stroke. 1. In addition to their cardiovascular benefits, statins appear modestly to reduce the risk for developing Alzheimer’s dementia. CUADRÍCULA DE AMSLER Durante la visita a un especialista de cuidado de la vista, se le puede pedir que mire una cuadrícula de Amsler. Esta prueba puede ayudar a detectar los primeros signos de la degeneración macular u otras enfermedades de la retina. El examen también puede ayudar a monitorear los cambios en la visión después del diagnóstico. CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research BRIGHTFOCUS CHAT (LIVE AUDIO STREAM) The "Play" button will appear on the screen 15 to 20 minutes prior to Chat. To submit a question during the Chat, you may enter it in the "Ask a Question" box that will be visible during the Chat. You can also access the Chat by calling 1-877-229-8493 and using the ID code112435 .
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FOR Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. HOW TO RECOGNIZE VISION HEALTH SCAMS As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research EYE INJECTIONS FOR AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONSEE MORE ONBRIGHTFOCUS.ORG
WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. INFORMING YOUR LOVED ONE ABOUT THEIR ALZHEIMER’S DIAGNOSIS In clinical practice, there has been a tendency among physicians to not inform their patients of their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Looking at Medicare data from years 2008 – 2010 including the data of 16,000 people, and interviewing patients who were being treated for Alzheimer’s, one study concluded that just 45 percent of physicians told their patients they have Alzheimer’s. FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. DO STATINS INCREASE OR DECREASE ALZHEIMER’S RISK They increase high density lipoprotein cholesterol, also known as the “good” cholesterol. Statins have been convincingly shown to reduce the risk of atherosclerotic heart disease and ischemic stroke. 1. In addition to their cardiovascular benefits, statins appear modestly to reduce the risk for developing Alzheimer’s dementia. CUADRÍCULA DE AMSLER Durante la visita a un especialista de cuidado de la vista, se le puede pedir que mire una cuadrícula de Amsler. Esta prueba puede ayudar a detectar los primeros signos de la degeneración macular u otras enfermedades de la retina. El examen también puede ayudar a monitorear los cambios en la visión después del diagnóstico. CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH GLAUCOMA If you have a loved one with glaucoma, you can help him or her adjust to the challenges of low vision. It’s also important to take care of yourself as a caregiver. NEW MODEL OF ALZHEIMER’S REVEALS GENETIC CHANGES What: To make a more accurate model, researchers turned skin cells from people with sporadic Alzheimer’s disease (AD) into neurons that closely resemble the age and disease characteristics of human brain cells affected by AD. Where: Mertens et al., Age-dependent Instability of Mature Neuronal Fate in Induced Neurons from Alzheimer’s Patients, Cell Stem Cell, 2021. BRIGHTFOCUS LAUDS FDA APPROVAL OF NEW ALZHEIMER’S DRUG The following statement was issued today by Stacy Pagos Haller, President and CEO of BrightFocus Foundation: BrightFocus, along with families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease across the nation and the world, welcomes the Food and Drug Administration’s decision allowing clinical use of aducanumab, to be marketed under the name Aduhelm, as a new drug believed to slow cognitive PICK’S DISEASE: SYMPTOMS, PROGRESSION & TREATMENT Clinically, Pick’s disease differs from AD in affecting personality before memory shows deterioration. Changes in personality can include poor social judgment, disinhibition, vulgarity, and restlessness. Some patients steal or show repetitive, compulsive behaviors. Many patients become irritable, agitated, or depressed. Others are more apathetic. THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS THAT INDUCE DEMENTIA-LIKE SYMPTOMS Medication Examples. (On mobile devices, swipe left to see all of the table columns below.) This list of medications been shown to cause or are suspected of causing symptoms of dementia. Medication Class. Generic Name. Brand Name. Anti-anxiety and Sleeping-Pill CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, which then blocks light from reaching the retina. This condition is reversible with surgery. Macular degeneration, by contrast, causes deterioration of the central area of the retina and is currently not reversible, however there can be improvement of vision in some circumtances. MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. DEMENTIA AND MANAGING MONEY: HELPFUL TIPS FOR THE On February 22, 2017, the Washington Post 1 reported the conviction of individuals scamming several Montgomery County, Maryland elderly adults of over $100,000 for home repairs, and yard and tree clearing services that never happened.. Because the victims were confused or forgetful enough about what work they had already paid for, the scammers were able to keep returning to their GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research BRIGHTFOCUS CHAT (LIVE AUDIO STREAM) The "Play" button will appear on the screen 15 to 20 minutes prior to Chat. To submit a question during the Chat, you may enter it in the "Ask a Question" box that will be visible during the Chat. You can also access the Chat by calling 1-877-229-8493 and using the ID code112435 .
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FORMACULAR DEGENERATION IN ONE EYEMACULAR DEGENERATION WHAT YOU SEE Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. HOW TO RECOGNIZE VISION HEALTH SCAMS As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONPROGRESSION OF MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research INFORMING YOUR LOVED ONE ABOUT THEIR ALZHEIMER’S DIAGNOSIS In clinical practice, there has been a tendency among physicians to not inform their patients of their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Looking at Medicare data from years 2008 – 2010 including the data of 16,000 people, and interviewing patients who were being treated for Alzheimer’s, one study concluded that just 45 percent of physicians told their patients they have Alzheimer’s. EYE INJECTIONS FOR AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONSEE MORE ONBRIGHTFOCUS.ORG
FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. DEMENTIA AND MANAGING MONEY: HELPFUL TIPS FOR THE On February 22, 2017, the Washington Post 1 reported the conviction of individuals scamming several Montgomery County, Maryland elderly adults of over $100,000 for home repairs, and yard and tree clearing services that never happened.. Because the victims were confused or forgetful enough about what work they had already paid for, the scammers were able to keep returning to their CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research BRIGHTFOCUS CHAT (LIVE AUDIO STREAM) The "Play" button will appear on the screen 15 to 20 minutes prior to Chat. To submit a question during the Chat, you may enter it in the "Ask a Question" box that will be visible during the Chat. You can also access the Chat by calling 1-877-229-8493 and using the ID code112435 .
MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FORMACULAR DEGENERATION IN ONE EYEMACULAR DEGENERATION WHAT YOU SEE Coronavirus and Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration. If you have dry AMD, you should most likely postpone your AMD checkups unless you have a change in your vision that could indicate conversion to wet AMD. To check for this, use an Amsler grid once a week. To do this, keep your glasses on and check one eye at a time, closing the other eye. HOW TO RECOGNIZE VISION HEALTH SCAMS As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONPROGRESSION OF MACULAR DEGENERATION As many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of age-related macular degeneration. This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research INFORMING YOUR LOVED ONE ABOUT THEIR ALZHEIMER’S DIAGNOSIS In clinical practice, there has been a tendency among physicians to not inform their patients of their Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Looking at Medicare data from years 2008 – 2010 including the data of 16,000 people, and interviewing patients who were being treated for Alzheimer’s, one study concluded that just 45 percent of physicians told their patients they have Alzheimer’s. EYE INJECTIONS FOR AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONSEE MORE ONBRIGHTFOCUS.ORG
FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Late-Stage Frontotemporal Dementia. In the late stage, people with FTD look more similar to those whose dementia is due to Alzheimer’s disease. Both language and behavior are affected and memory deterioration often occurs as well. It may be necessary to have care 24 hours per day to assure safety and adequate care. DEMENTIA AND MANAGING MONEY: HELPFUL TIPS FOR THE On February 22, 2017, the Washington Post 1 reported the conviction of individuals scamming several Montgomery County, Maryland elderly adults of over $100,000 for home repairs, and yard and tree clearing services that never happened.. Because the victims were confused or forgetful enough about what work they had already paid for, the scammers were able to keep returning to their BRIGHTFOCUS LAUDS FDA APPROVAL OF NEW ALZHEIMER’S DRUG The following statement was issued today by Stacy Pagos Haller, President and CEO of BrightFocus Foundation: BrightFocus, along with families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease across the nation and the world, welcomes the Food and Drug Administration’s decision allowing clinical use of aducanumab, to be marketed under the name Aduhelm, as a new drug believed to slow cognitive CARING FOR SOMEONE WITH GLAUCOMA If you have a loved one with glaucoma, you can help him or her adjust to the challenges of low vision. It’s also important to take care of yourself as a caregiver. TAU BIOMARKER SHOWS PROMISE FOR USE IN BLOOD TEST FOR What: A potential blood test to diagnose AD and monitor its progression and response to treatments. Where: O’Conner et al, Plasma Phospho-tau181 in Pre-symptomatic and Symptomatic Familial Alzheimer’s Disease: A Longitudinal Cohort Study, Molecular Psychiatry, 2020; and also Moscoso et al, Longitudinal Associations of Blood Phosphorylated Tau181 and Neurofilament Light Chain with 2021 VISION GRANTEES This number is expected to double to nearly 22 million by 2050. We're the leading nonprofit funder of research for the advanced form of macular degeneration. BrightFocus makes innovative science possible around the world— 1,625 research projects involving more than 5,363 scientists in 25 countries. SUCCESSFUL CELL TRANSPLANTATION GIVES HOPE FOR NEW What: Researchers have reported the first successful attempt to transplant lab-grown retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into the eyes of mice. Based on this work in animal models, they estimate that humans with late-stage glaucoma could begin receiving vision-restoring transplants in thenext 10 years.
PICK’S DISEASE: SYMPTOMS, PROGRESSION & TREATMENT Clinically, Pick’s disease differs from AD in affecting personality before memory shows deterioration. Changes in personality can include poor social judgment, disinhibition, vulgarity, and restlessness. Some patients steal or show repetitive, compulsive behaviors. Many patients become irritable, agitated, or depressed. Others are more apathetic. DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS THAT INDUCE DEMENTIA-LIKE SYMPTOMS Medication Examples. (On mobile devices, swipe left to see all of the table columns below.) This list of medications been shown to cause or are suspected of causing symptoms of dementia. Medication Class. Generic Name. Brand Name. Anti-anxiety and Sleeping-Pill GLAUCOMA RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS National Glaucoma Research, a BrightFocus Foundation program, funds promising research investigating ways to slow, treat, or prevent glaucoma, and serves as a resource for the latest news about research, prevention, healthy choices, treatment and caregiving. To order publications, call 1-855-345-6647, email info@brightfocus.org, ordownload
HOW TO PREVENT WANDERING IN ALZHEIMER’S PATIENTS Steps can include: Ensuring all basic needs are met, such as toileting, nutrition, and thirst. Checking with a doctor to determine whether medication may be causing the behavior. Giving the person something repetitive to do, such as rocking in a rocking chair or glider, sweeping the floor, or folding clothes. GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE Caffeine and Alcohol. An often asked question is whether caffeine affects eye pressure and glaucoma. It is known that caffeine can cause a several point rise in eye pressure that lasts for at least 90 minutes. However, whether that increase is of concern is best addressed between the patient and their eye doctor. MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FORMACULAR DEGENERATION IN ONE EYEMACULAR DEGENERATION WHAT YOU SEE Coronavirus and Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration. During the current coronavirus crisis, non-urgent medical visits may be postponed. However, if you have wet AMD, it is very important to continue to have intraocular anti-VEGF injections to protect your vision.These should be given at the frequency recommended by your ophthalmologist, which can vary from patient to patient depending WHAT CAUSES MACULAR DRUSEN? Drusen are the defining feature of AMD.They are tiny deposits under the retina that the eye doctor can see during an exam. They can also be photographed with a retina camera or using an imaging device called optical coherence tomography (OCT), which shows a cross-section of the retina and underlying drusen.. The Size and Number of Drusen areImportant
THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONPROGRESSION OF MACULAR DEGENERATION Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause rapid vision loss. Learn how recent advances in treating wet AMD have decreased the rate of vision loss, and about research that may eliminate the needfor injections.
FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? People suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can lose some or all of their central vision. The disease rarely affects the side (peripheral) vision, and for those whose central vision is affected, in some circumstances vision may be regained. MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE It is important to note that, at this juncture, the only proven method to treat glaucoma is to lower eye pressure. Also, when considering the population-based studies mentioned below that have examined the question of diet and glaucoma, they are primarily addressing whether dietary factors play a role in the development and diagnosis of glaucoma, and not whether they can help slow the QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE This article provides a list of the most important questions to ask when choosing a long-term care facility for a parent with dementia orAlzheimer’s.
WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Joseph’s wife, Emily, was shocked when he approached a young woman in the street, a stranger to him, and complimented her attractive dress. Looking back, Emily had to admit her husband had been acting strangely for several months. MACULAR DEGENERATION & CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19): TIPS FORMACULAR DEGENERATION IN ONE EYEMACULAR DEGENERATION WHAT YOU SEE Coronavirus and Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration. During the current coronavirus crisis, non-urgent medical visits may be postponed. However, if you have wet AMD, it is very important to continue to have intraocular anti-VEGF injections to protect your vision.These should be given at the frequency recommended by your ophthalmologist, which can vary from patient to patient depending WHAT CAUSES MACULAR DRUSEN? Drusen are the defining feature of AMD.They are tiny deposits under the retina that the eye doctor can see during an exam. They can also be photographed with a retina camera or using an imaging device called optical coherence tomography (OCT), which shows a cross-section of the retina and underlying drusen.. The Size and Number of Drusen areImportant
THE PROGRESSION OF WET AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATIONPROGRESSION OF MACULAR DEGENERATION Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can cause rapid vision loss. Learn how recent advances in treating wet AMD have decreased the rate of vision loss, and about research that may eliminate the needfor injections.
FUTURE TREATMENTS FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE: WHERE ARE THEY Volunteers are needed for hundreds of clinical research studies evaluating new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Some studies enroll people with AD; others seek healthy adults who don’t have AD but are at increased risk due to age, genetics, or other factors; and still others are recruiting totally healthy adults in order to learn more about how the brain changes with normal aging. CAN MACULAR DEGENERATION BE REVERSED? People suffering from age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can lose some or all of their central vision. The disease rarely affects the side (peripheral) vision, and for those whose central vision is affected, in some circumstances vision may be regained. MEDICATIONS THAT MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT GLAUCOMA Narrow Angles and Angle-Closure Glaucoma What is Angle-Closure Glaucoma? Angle-closure glaucoma, the second most common type, is a largely inherited disorder caused by a too-narrow angle in the passageway where aqueous fluid would normally drain.This type of glaucoma may occur in two ways: The chronic type progresses slowly and, like open-angle glaucoma, can result in optic nerve damage. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
GLAUCOMA AND DIET: CAN FOODS LOWER OR RAISE EYE PRESSURE It is important to note that, at this juncture, the only proven method to treat glaucoma is to lower eye pressure. Also, when considering the population-based studies mentioned below that have examined the question of diet and glaucoma, they are primarily addressing whether dietary factors play a role in the development and diagnosis of glaucoma, and not whether they can help slow the QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN LOOKING FOR A LONG-TERM CARE This article provides a list of the most important questions to ask when choosing a long-term care facility for a parent with dementia orAlzheimer’s.
WHAT ARE THE STAGES OF FRONTOTEMPORAL DEMENTIA Joseph’s wife, Emily, was shocked when he approached a young woman in the street, a stranger to him, and complimented her attractive dress. Looking back, Emily had to admit her husband had been acting strangely for several months. BRIGHTFOCUS LAUDS FDA APPROVAL OF NEW ALZHEIMER’S DRUG The following statement was issued today by Stacy Pagos Haller, President and CEO of BrightFocus Foundation: BrightFocus, along with families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease across the nation and the world, welcomes the Food and Drug Administration’s decision allowing clinical use of aducanumab, to be marketed under the name Aduhelm, as a new drug believed to slow cognitive TAU BIOMARKER SHOWS PROMISE FOR USE IN BLOOD TEST FOR What: A potential blood test to diagnose AD and monitor its progression and response to treatments. Where: O’Conner et al, Plasma Phospho-tau181 in Pre-symptomatic and Symptomatic Familial Alzheimer’s Disease: A Longitudinal Cohort Study, Molecular Psychiatry, 2020; and also Moscoso et al, Longitudinal Associations of Blood Phosphorylated Tau181 and Neurofilament Light Chain with NATIONAL GLAUCOMA RESEARCH PROGRAM Program History. Since the National Glaucoma Research (NGR) program began in 1978, BrightFocus has awarded nearly $40 million to support research projects on the causes and potential prevention and treatmentof this disease.
WHAT CAUSES MACULAR DRUSEN? Drusen are the defining feature of AMD.They are tiny deposits under the retina that the eye doctor can see during an exam. They can also be photographed with a retina camera or using an imaging device called optical coherence tomography (OCT), which shows a cross-section of the retina and underlying drusen.. The Size and Number of Drusen areImportant
SUCCESSFUL CELL TRANSPLANTATION GIVES HOPE FOR NEW What: Researchers have reported the first successful attempt to transplant lab-grown retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) derived from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) into the eyes of mice. Based on this work in animal models, they estimate that humans with late-stage glaucoma could begin receiving vision-restoring transplants in thenext 10 years.
MACULAR DEGENERATION: HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SUNGLASSES Joshua Dunaief, MD, received his BA magna cum laude in Biology from Harvard (1987), MD/PhD from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons (1996), completed ophthalmology residency at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins in 2000, and medical retina fellowship at Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania in 2004. CATARACTS & AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION Joshua Dunaief, MD, received his BA magna cum laude in Biology from Harvard (1987), MD/PhD from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons (1996), completed ophthalmology residency at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins in 2000, and medical retina fellowship at Scheie Eye Institute, University of Pennsylvania in 2004. THE RIGHT VITAMINS FOR AGE-RELATED MACULAR DEGENERATION Vitamins can help certain patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) decrease their risk of losing central vision. But it’s important to find the right vitamins, since many are marketed for eye health but only a few have formulas that have proveneffective.
DRUGS AND MEDICATIONS THAT INDUCE DEMENTIA-LIKE SYMPTOMS The information provided here is a public service of the BrightFocus Foundation and should not in any way substitute for personalized advice of a qualified healthcare professional; it is not intended to constitute medical advice. INJECTIONS FOR WET MACULAR DEGENERATION: WHAT TO EXPECT Ten years ago, before injections for wet macular degeneration became available, most people lost much of their central vision. Now, thanks to medical research, injections with brolucizumab (Beovu®), aflibercept (Eylea®), ranibizumab (Lucentis®), or bevacizumab (Avastin®) can protect precious reading and driving vision in manypatients.
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