21. The American Society Of Cataract And Refractive Surgery Offers information on general eye care, cataract and refractive surgery. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

22. Don't Lose Sight Of Cataract [NEI Health Information] But during middle age, most cataracts are small and do not affect vision. It isafter age 60 that most cataracts steal vision. go to the top http://www.nei.nih.gov/health/cataract/cataract_risk.asp

Text size: S M L Health Funding News Laboratories ... Health Information Don't Lose Sight of Cataract Related Topics To order Cataract publication visit our online catalog New! On this page: What is a cataract? What causes it? When are you most likely to have a cataract? What are its symptoms? ... What can you do to protect your vision? What is a cataract? A cataract is a clouding of the eye's lens that causes loss of vision. This brochure is about age-related cataract, the most common type. What causes it? The lens lies behind the iris and the pupil (see diagram). It works much like a camera lens. It focuses light onto the retina at the back of the eye, where an image is recorded. The lens also adjusts the eye's focus, letting us see things clearly both up close and far away. The lens is made of mostly water and protein. The protein is arranged in a precise way that keeps the lens clear and lets light pass through it. But as we age, some of the protein may clump together and start to cloud a small area of the lens. This is a cataract. Over time, the cataract may grow larger and cloud more of the lens, making it harder to see. Researchers suspect that there are several causes of cataract, such as smoking and diabetes. Or, it may be that the protein in the lens just changes from the wear and tear it takes over the years.

23. CNN - Low Sunlight Exposure Can Still Raise Risk Of Cataracts - August 26, 1998 CNN http://www.cnn.com/HEALTH/9808/26/sunlight.cataracts/index.html

MAIN PAGE WORLD ASIANOW U.S. ... news quiz CNN WEB SITES: TIME INC. SITES: Go To ... Time.com People Money Fortune EW MORE SERVICES: video on demand video archive audio on demand news email services ... pagenet DISCUSSION: message boards chat feedback SITE GUIDES: help contents search FASTER ACCESS: europe japan WEB SERVICES: Low sunlight exposure can still raise risk of cataracts A wide-brimmed hat can cut the dose of UV-B by about a third August 26, 1998 Web posted at: 12:24 a.m. EDT (0424 GMT) From CNN Medical Correspondent Rhonda Rowland ATLANTA (CNN) While it is generally known that spending a lot of time in the sun can lead to cataracts, a new report in the Journal of the American Medical Association has found that even low amounts of sunlight can increase the risk of developing the eye disorder. "I think that's the important message, that there's no safe dose of UV-B," said Sheila West of Johns Hopkins University, where the study was conducted. A cataract develops when the lens of the eye becomes cloudy, making vision worse. Specifically, it's the sun's dangerous ultraviolet B or UV-B rays that can help cataracts develop. The study also found that everyone is at equal risk of developing cataracts.

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25. Cataracts - MayoClinic.com A cataract occurs when the normally clear lens in your eye becomes cloudy, oftenimpairing vision. Fortunately, cataract surgery is safe and effective. http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=DS00050

26. New Lens Implant Helps Correct Cataracts CNN http://cnn.com/2003/HEALTH/09/30/lens.implant.ap/index.html

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29. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia Cataract Adult cataracts are generally associated with aging. They develop slowly and painlessly with a gradual onset of difficulty with vision. http://tmsyn.wc.ask.com/r?t=an&s=hb&uid=24312681243126812&sid=343126

30. Eye Health Home such as cataracts, glaucoma or agerelated macular degeneration, Glaucoma Tourupdate Glaucoma awareness campaign Understanding cataracts http://www.rnib.org.uk/xpedio/groups/public/documents/code/public_rnib001959.hcs

Skip Navigation shopping donations what's new link to us sitemap ... Low Vision Back to: Homepage Eye Info Search: Whole site Eye Info section Tips for screenreader users Jump to main content Eye Info navigation Eye Info contents Contact us FAQs Useful links Eye conditions ... Vision 2005 Eye Info Print Email Every year 27.5 million people need to have regular eye tests. Only 15 million people do. Our eye health services strive to reduce the problems caused by eye conditions by raising public awareness to detect and treat the conditions. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with a particular eye condition, such as cataracts glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration , we can help. We provide a range of easy-to-read guides on common eye conditions . These are designed to help you and your friends and family understand more about your eye condition. We can also show you how to make the most of your residual eyesight, for example, by improving lighting in your home . We give advice and information about outdoor activities like shopping and transport Direct services and support Our Talk and Support telephone groups offer help and support to blind and partially sighted users from the comfort of their own home.

31. SEDAC: Stratospheric Ozone And Human Health Project Home Page Data and resources in the areas of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, ozone, and human health impacts of UV exposure. UV radiation is known to be a significant risk factor for skin cancers, eye cataracts, and immune system suppression. http://sedac.ciesin.org/ozone/

Welcome to the Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center's ( SEDAC ) home page for the Stratospheric Ozone and Human Health Project. Stratospheric ozone protects the Earth's surface from high levels of biologically damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is known to be a significant risk factor for skin cancers, eye cataracts, and immune system suppression. Due to the current downward trends in total column ozone at mid- and high-latitudes, the expected increase in UV exposure as a result of this ozone loss may pose a significant health risk in the future. The purpose of this site is to provide data and resources in the areas of ultraviolet (UV) radiation, ozone, and human health impacts of UV exposure for use by researchers, educators, government officials, health providers, students, and the general public. UNEP: Environmental Effects of Ozone Depletion: 2000 Assessment DATA RESOURCES Near-real time UV dose estimates using TOMS ozone data global coverage of yesterday's clear sky UV dose levels UltraViolet Interactive Service (UVIS) hourly, daily and monthly model estimates of biologically effective doses for several locations across the United States from 1979-1990 using NASA satellite data. Model description and related documentation is also provided.

32. Cataracts - EMedicine Health What is cataracts? Information on cataracts and its causes, symptoms and treatment. http://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/14319-1.asp

Search September 8, 2005 Registration Healthcare Professionals You are in: Eye and Vision Cataracts Cataract Overview A cataract clouds the lens of the eye, limiting vision. In a normal eye, light passes through the lens to be focused on the retina. The retina is the eye's light-sensitive layer that sends signals to the brain that are interpreted as vision. To produce a sharp image, the lens must remain clear. The lens is made mostly of water and protein. Protein arranges itself to allow light rays to pass through and to focus the rays onto the retina. Sometimes, protein clumps together, clouding small areas of the lens and blocking some light from reaching the retina. This clouding is called a cataract. The rate of cataract progression can be unpredictable. Some cataracts worsen significantly within a few weeks; others remain unchanged for many years. Last updated: Aug 10, 2005 Cataract Causes Sections Cataract Overview Cataract Causes Cataract Symptoms When to Seek Medical Care Exams and Tests ... Authors and Editors Dementia is not something that happens only to older people. Learn about causes and treatment options. Stress, fear, or worries can lead to severe anxiety, which can have a serious impact on your life. Do you need to seek help?

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34. Congenital Cataracts Congenital cataracts at present account for the largest proportion of partiallysighted and Congenital cataracts can affect one eye only or both eyes. http://www.rnib.org.uk/xpedio/groups/public/documents/PublicWebsite/public_rnib0

Skip Navigation shopping donations what's new link to us sitemap ... Low Vision Back to: Homepage Eye Info Search: Whole site Eye Info section Tips for screenreader users Jump to main content Eye Info navigation Eye Info contents Contact us FAQs Useful links Eye conditions ... Vision 2005 Eye Info Print Email Congenital Cataracts Summary: Designed to help you understand more about your eye condition, this guide has been written by our experienced eye health team. Congenital Cataracts What is a Congenital Cataract? Inherited Congenital Cataracts What are the effects of the Condition? How are congenital cataracts treated? ... Support from other services? What is a Congenital Cataract? A congenital cataract is an opacity (cloudiness) in the lens of the eye that is present at, or develops shortly after, birth. The human lens is located behind the pupil and has an important function. It focuses rays of light into the retina to allow image formation. As the lens is able to change its shape, it can focus objects at different distances. Its cells are arranged so that it is transparent, like glass or water. When this arrangement is disturbed in any way, the transparency is lost and an opacity results. This results in blurring and blocking of the retinal image. In the case of a newborn infant, a cataract causes the immature visual system to be deprived of the stimulation needed for normal development. If left untreated, permanent visual loss may occur.

35. Discovery Channel :: Live Cams Maps showing the total amount of UV radiation reaching the surface of the Earth, the Erythermal Exposure Index. Extensive UV exposure can cause skin cancer and blinding cataracts in the eyes of humans and other animals. http://www.discovery.com/cams/sunburn/uv.html

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37. Cataracts - Senior Health, Aging And Elder Care Health Conditions Medical Information about Senior Health and Aging. Medical information writtenand reviewed by medical doctors specializing in aging. http://www.medicinenet.com/cataracts/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home Senior Health Home Page > Cataracts Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next Cataracts What is a cataract? How does a cataract form? What are the symptoms of cataracts? How are cataracts diagnosed? ... Cataracts At A Glance What is a cataract? Cataracts are clouding of the lens portion of the eye. The result is much like smearing grease over the lens of a camera and impairs normal vision. Cataracts will affect most people if they live long enough. This disorder affects 60 percent of people older than 60 and occurs when the normally clear, aspirin-sized lens of the eye starts to become cloudy. impairing vision. Experts estimate that over 1.2 million Americans are diagnosed annually with cataracts that require treatment. As their is are growing numbers of elderly in the United States, the incidence of cataracts is increasing. These persons often want to continue driving cars, reading and traveling-activities for which clear sight is vital. Until recently, anyone who developed cataracts and needed surgery faced a procedure that involved pain and often less than satisfactory results. Until the late 1970s, doctors removed the cloudy lens in a surgical procedure that required a hospital stay of five to seven days. Afterward, the patient had to wear thick "Coke bottle" glasses or contact lenses neither of which could completely restore vision to its previous level.

38. The Cohn Eye Center: Ophthalmology Boardcertified ophthalmologists located in Central Florida. Specializing in glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. http://www.cohneyecenter.com

For more information, or to make an appointment, call either office: The Cohn Eye Center, 1850 Greenwich Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789 (407) 647-7227 The Cohn Eye Center, 110 Alafaya Woods Blvd., Oviedo, FL 32765 (407) 359-0846 Cataracts Glaucoma Diabetes Insurance ... Optical Shoppe © 2002 The Cohn Eye Center We welcome your comments and suggestions! Email: drcohn@cohneyecenter.com Having trouble viewing our site? Click here.

39. LASIK Eye Surgery - Eye Disorders Including Cataracts, Lasik Eye Surgery, Blindn Medical information on eye disorders treatment and symptoms including cataracts,color blindness and eye allergy. http://www.medicinenet.com/lasik_eye_surgery/article.htm

document.writeln(''); MedicineNet Home EyeSight Home Page > LASIK Eye Surgery Search Tips Printer-Friendly Format FREE Newsletters Email to a Friend ... Next LASIK Eye Surgery Medical Editorial Review by: William C. Shiel, Jr., MD, FACP, FACR What is LASIK? When is LASIK not for me? What are the risks and how can I find the right doctor for me? ... LASIK Surgery Checklist What is LASIK? LASIK is a surgical procedure intended to reduce a person's dependency on glasses or contact lenses. LASIK stands for Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis and is a procedure that permanently changes the shape of the cornea, the clear covering of the front of the eye, using an excimer laser. The eye and vision errors The cornea is a part of the eye that helps focus light to create an image on the retina. It works in much the same way that the lens of a camera focuses light to create an image on film. The bending and focusing of light is also known as refraction. Usually the shape of the cornea and the eye are not perfect and the image on the retina is out-of-focus (blurred) or distorted. These imperfections in the focusing power of the eye are called refractive errors. There are three primary types of refractive errors: Myopia: persons with myopia, or nearsightedness, have more difficulty seeing distant objects as clearly as near objects.

40. Fight For Sight Ireland : Eyecare Awareness And Protection Irish charity promoting eyecare awareness and the prevention of sight loss, with information on eye diseases including AMD, cataracts, Diabetic Retinophaty and Retinitis Pigmentosa. http://www.fightforsight.ie

The Fight For Sight Campaign We are Fight for Sight An Irish charity devoted to the prevention of Sight Loss. The Irish Fight for Sight Campaign is the only national voluntary organisation solely concerned with the prevention of sight loss. For further information on the work of Irish Fight for Sight and details of your local group please contact us by clicking here or through your local organiser. We aim to save sight by increasing public awareness of everyday risks and by raising money for research into eye disease and to purchase eye equipment for our hospitals. In Ireland our hospital facilities are as good as anywhere in the world. Our doctors are dedicated and highly skilled. But it is no secret that money is constantly required to continue and increase this good work. The Irish Fight for Sight Campaign was founded specifically to work against sight loss. You can help us in this important task.

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