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Eye Health and Vision Science
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July 13, 20262.5 million bottles of prescription eye drops recalled
A commonly used corticosteroid eye drop was recalled. Eye doctors explain what patients need to know.
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July 01, 2026Fourth of July fireworks can cause serious eye injuries, doctor warns
Nearly 1 in 5 fireworks injuries involve the eyes. An eye doctor explains the risks and shares tips to protect yourself and your family.
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April 29, 2026Identifying genetic causes of blindness in people and macaques
An inherited form of blindness comparable to inherited optic nerve disease in humans was discovered in rhesus macaques. The findings could lead to new treatments.
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April 06, 2026Eye drop recall 2026: FDA flags over 3 million bottles; Eye doctors explain what you should know
Over 3 million bottles of eye drops have been recalled. The drops are sold under brand names distributed to nationwide retailers, including Walgreens and CVS.
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March 19, 2026Mark Rosenblatt: Exploring new pathways in corneal nerve regeneration
The new vice chancellor of human health sciences leads his own research while also supporting thousands of other researchers in their work.
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February 13, 2026
Virtual reality exam checks eye health and screens for early signs of Alzheimer’s
UC Davis researchers are using virtual reality to make eye exams easier for seniors and to investigate whether it can detect early brain changes linked to Alzheimer’s disease.
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November 04, 2025Cornea recipient shares journey, gratitude during Eye Donation Month
Christine Lichti, a pediatric critical care nurse, shares how corneal disease affected her vision and how two donors' selfless gifts changed her life.
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August 28, 2025Center for Neuroscience names Marie Burns new director
Vision neuroscientist Marie E. Burns has been appointed director of the Center for Neuroscience after serving as interim director for the past year.
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August 27, 2025Thiran Jayasundera appointed chair of Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science
Kanishka Thiran Jayasundera has been appointed professor and chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science in the UC Davis School of Medicine.
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July 22, 2025UC Davis Health receives $3.6 million grant from NIH to improve eye gene therapy
The UC Davis Department of Ophthalmology received a five-year, $3.6 million grant from the National Eye Institute to explore a new way to treat vision loss using gene therapy.
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May 01, 2025
Early-stage trial finds stem cell therapy for retinitis pigmentosa is safe
An early-stage trial finds that CD34+ stem cells are a safe — and possibly effective — treatment for vision loss from retinitis pigmentosa.
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April 02, 2025UC Davis doctor trains pediatric anesthesiologists in country with critical shortage
Niroop Ravula’s trip to Zambia is part of UC Davis Health’s long-running commitment to global eye health with Orbis International.
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February 26, 2025Celebration of the Century: Ernest Tschannen turns 100
Members of the UC Davis Eye Center gathered recently to celebrate the milestone birthday of Ernest E. Tschannen, who turned 100 on February 16th.
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July 10, 2024Vision neuroscientist appointed interim director for Center for Neuroscience
Vision neuroscientist Marie Burns has been appointed interim director for the UC Davis Center for Neuroscience.
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June 25, 2024Surgery may benefit macular edema from Coats disease
Surgery may benefit patients with Coats disease who do not improve with standard treatments, according to a new case study. The rare eye disorder is often diagnosed in childhood.
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May 10, 2024UC Davis Health Ophthalmologist Glenn Yiu honored for retina research
The Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology recognized Glenn Yiu, a professor of ophthalmology, with the 2024 Carl Camras Translational Research Award.
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April 01, 2024How to protect your eyes during the 2024 solar eclipse
Staring at the sun can damage your eyes in less than a minute. An ophthalmologist explains how to protect your vision during the 2024 eclipse.
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December 19, 2023
Are over-the-counter eye drops safe?
Dozens of eye drop recalls have left consumers confused. An expert explains why there have been so many recalls and how to pick safe eye drops.
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November 16, 2023
FDA eye drop recall: Don’t use these CVS, Rite Aid, Walmart and Target brands
The FDA is again warning consumers to immediately stop using 27 over-the-counter eye drop products due to the potential risk of eye infections that could result in partial vision loss or blindness.
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November 13, 2023
Infections from over-the-counter artificial tears: Implications for patients and clinicians
An expert in ophthalmologic product development explains why so many eyedrops have been recalled this year and gives advice for how clinicians can help patients stay safe.
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