Eyes

What a decade of online eyewear orders reveals about how America's eyesight is changing

From rising myopia to digital strain, industry data reveals how screen time is reshaping national vision.

A decade of data: America is looking through a new lens.
Doctor examines patient at Hadassah Medical Center.

Jerusalem teacher’s vision improved from 10% to 90% after Hadassah surgery

Ginseng eye patches

Ginseng eye patches to reduce the appearance of fatigue, dark circles, and fine lines

Watching TV

From myth to sign: This is what watching television up close really does to your eyes


A real eye opener: Surgeon mistakenly operates on patient's healthy eye

The hospital stated that, as of now, no damage was caused to the mistakenly operated eye, but emphasized that the incident was being taken seriously.

Woman's eyes 370

Woman nearly loses eyesight after inflammatory disease caused by tattoo

She was found to be suffering from a severe eye inflammation, the first manifestation of sarcoidosis, a rare multisystem inflammatory disease.

 A tattoo studio; illustrative.

Scientists discover new color, never before seen by the human eye

Only the study’s five participants have seen the new color so far. 

 An illustrative closeup of a human eye.

Hebrew University’s innovation in antibiotic eyedrops offers new hope for dogs and humans

A new eyedrop innovation for dogs offers better treatment for bacterial eye infections and could aid human medicine.

 Eye-tracking glasses show how dogs perceive human gestures. Illustration.

Rare artwork with scratched eyes may be England's tragic nine-day queen

Researchers found evidence of alterations to the painting, indicating it could be the only known live portrait of Lade Jane Grey.


First blue-eyed human, a dark-haired lactose-intolerant infant, found in 17,000-year-old remains

Histological analysis of the infant's teeth and a healed fracture on his collarbone indicated he had endured a tough birth.

First documented blue-eyed human found in 17,000-year-old remains: A dark haired, lactose intolerant infant.

Gaming monitors that protect your eyes

A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Monitor for Serious Gamers Seeking an Enhanced Experience and Health Preservation.

 LG Monitor

Skincare products for the most sensitive area of the face

The delicate skin around the eyes is the first to show signs of dryness, aging, and stress. We tested several products designed for this sensitive area and gave them ratings.

Moisturizing under-eye

Continuing in any situation: Treating retinal diseases

Dr. Shiri Shulman from Assuta discusses the importance of continuity in treatment during wartime and innovative therapies that extend the intervals between treatments.

 Treating retinal diseases

Rising myopia rates among children: Causes and solutions revealed in global study

A large study reveals a concerning rise in childhood myopia, especially post-COVID-19 lockdowns. What are the causes, and what solutions are available to curb this alarming trend?

 Rising myopia rates among children