Eye Check Up
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Watching FIFA World Cup till late? Eye specialist shares 7 simple ways to protect your vision
Health | Jul 04, 2026, 12:15 PM ISTPlanning to stay up for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches? Dr Himanshu Shekhar explains how late-night football streaming can cause digital eye strain, affect sleep, and shares simple eye care tips to protect your vision during the tournament.
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7 warning signs in your eyes that could point to hidden health conditions
Health | May 31, 2026, 10:37 AM ISTYour eyes may reveal more than just vision problems. Experts say symptoms like blurry vision, flashes of light, persistent redness and yellowing of the eyes could signal underlying eye or health conditions that require medical attention.
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Sudden blurry vision in one eye? Eye surgeon explains when it’s an emergency
Health | Feb 23, 2026, 08:21 AM ISTSudden blurry vision in one eye can sometimes signal serious eye emergencies such as retinal detachment, eye stroke, glaucoma, or optic neuritis. Ophthalmologist Dr Neeraj Sanduja explains warning signs, risk factors, and why early diagnosis is critical to prevent permanent vision loss.
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Does wearing eyeglasses improve eyesight? Kolkata-based ophthalmologist clear the confusion
Health | Feb 08, 2026, 03:57 PM ISTEyeglasses do not permanently improve eyesight, but they play a vital role in correcting vision, reducing eye strain and protecting long-term eye health. This article explains how glasses work, common myths around dependence, and why wearing the right prescription matters, especially for children.
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Eating for eyesight: Expert-approved foods for long-term eye health
Food | Feb 01, 2026, 06:33 AM ISTWhat you eat can shape your eyesight for years. An ophthalmologist explains how lutein, omega-3s, zinc and antioxidants support healthy eyes and long-term vision, and how to absorb them better.
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Does wearing spectacles make your eyes weaker? Ophthalmologist explains
Health | Jan 21, 2026, 09:51 AM ISTMany people believe wearing spectacles makes eyes weaker, but doctors say this is a myth. An ophthalmologist explains how glasses correct vision, why eyesight may change over time, and why avoiding prescribed spectacles can cause strain and headaches.
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Using your phone before bed? Ophthalmologist warns how it affects your eyes and sleep
Health | Dec 26, 2025, 04:10 PM ISTUsing your phone before sleeping can strain your eyes and disturb sleep. An ophthalmologist explains how blue light, reduced blinking and late-night scrolling affect eye comfort, and shares simple tips to protect your eyes at night.
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World Sight Day 2025: Why regular eye check-ups reveal more than vision issues
Health | Oct 09, 2025, 08:32 AM ISTEye specialists Dr Pooja Prabhu and Dr Sushmitha Sriganesh explain how regular eye check-ups go beyond improving vision; they can detect early signs of diabetes, hypertension, and neurological diseases, making annual eye exams essential for overall health.
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Cataract: Expert shares common eye problems faced by urban professionals
Health | Jun 24, 2025, 04:07 PM ISTUrban professionals are increasingly susceptible to cataracts and other eye problems due to prolonged screen time, poor eye care habits, and lifestyle factors. An expert shares insights on common eye issues, prevention strategies, treatment options and more.
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Is your child’s eye drifting? Doctor reveals strabismus can be a warning sign of retinoblastoma
Health | Jun 03, 2025, 08:35 PM ISTIs your child's eye drifting or crossed? Don't ignore the signs! Learn from a doctor how strabismus can be an early warning sign of retinoblastoma and why early detection is crucial for effective treatment.
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What is thyroid eye disease? Know the signs, symptoms and treatment options
Health | May 24, 2025, 05:05 PM ISTThyroid eye disease (TED) is an autoimmune condition that affects the eyes. When Graves' illness progresses to TED, the immune system targets the eye sockets as well. Read on to know about thyroid eye disease.
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Mobile screens to contact lenses: Expert reveals hidden eye dangers of unwashed hands
Health | May 08, 2025, 04:43 PM ISTKnow the hidden eye dangers of unwashed hands, from mobile screens to contact lenses. Expert shares insights on how poor hygiene can lead to infections and vision problems. Learn how to protect your eyes.
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Eye twitching can occur due to these reasons, know symptoms and ways to control
Health | Feb 19, 2025, 01:03 PM ISTPeople associate eye twitching with good or bad luck. But you will be surprised to know that if this happens for a long time, it can be the cause of many diseases. Know why this happens and what to do to stop eye twitching.
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Increasing air pollution can cause eye problems, follow THESE 5 prevention tips for optical care
Health | Nov 06, 2024, 12:39 PM ISTLearn how increasing air pollution affects eye health and discover five essential prevention tips to protect your vision. Keep your eyes safe with these simple optical care practices.
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WHO validated India to eliminate Trachoma as a public health problem, here's all about eye disease
Health | Oct 11, 2024, 10:04 AM ISTIndia has achieved another major success in the medical field. After eradicating serious diseases like plague, leprosy, and polio, India has now completely eradicated the serious eye disease trachoma. Know about the disease and its symptoms
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Jasmine Bhasin's eyes got damaged due to contact lenses; safety precautions for Corneal Damage
Health | Jul 21, 2024, 05:09 PM ISTLearn about corneal damage, including its causes, symptoms, and essential do's and don'ts for contact lens wearers to protect eye health. Find practical tips for preventing and managing this common eye condition.
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From apricots to oranges, 5 fruits that help improve your eye vision
Health | Dec 31, 2022, 08:02 PM ISTEye health is important to maintain good vision. For this, eating fruits is essential. It is believed that fruits not only help in building a strong immune system but the cornea of the eye also gets stronger. So check out which fruits help get the 6/6 vision.
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What causes itchy eyes? Know easy ways to deal with it at home
Health | Nov 23, 2022, 01:15 PM ISTItchy eyes related problems can be triggered by exposure to pollen, animal fur, mould, dust mites, make-up, or eye drops. The body reacts to the trigger by releasing histamine, causing the blood vessels in the eye/or around the eyes to dilate and irritating the nerve endings so the eyes water.
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Do you have itchy eyelashes? Know all about this condition called Ocular pruritus
Health | Apr 14, 2022, 06:14 PM ISTItchy eyelids can create a lot of irritation to anyone, in such cases doctors recommend not to scratch them as it can create more problems or infections.
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Andhra Pradesh launches free mass eye screening programme
India | Oct 10, 2019, 04:22 PM ISTChief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the programme 'Dr YSR Kanti Velugu' at Anantapur on the occasion of 'World Sight Day'.