Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is a genetic mitochondrial disorder that damages retinal ganglion cells, resulting in rapid vision loss. Idebenone is expected to restore mitochondrial ...

The maker of Tylenol is pushing back against resurfaced claims that its popular pain reliever is unsafe for pregnant women.

The first clinical practice guidelines on assessment and management of diabetes distress among adults were presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes, held ...

In 2024, there were 5.7 million more childless women aged 20 to 39 years than would have been expected based on prior patterns.

One of the largest measles outbreaks in decades is spreading along the Arizona-Utah border, with dozens of confirmed cases among unvaccinated children.

Soft contact lens wearers without discomfort symptoms produce fewer tears than nonwearers, but symptomatic wearers produce more.

Diabetes care can greatly benefit from the implementation of telemedicine, but older adults still face accessibility barriers ...

Retinal texture analysis using optical coherence tomography may aid early diagnosis of diabetic retinopathy, a study suggests.

Pregnant people should stay away from cannabis, and doctors should ask all patients about its use before, during and after pregnancy.

Billing for sutureless amniotic membrane grafts in Medicare increased, particularly for patients with dry eye disease.

HealthDay News — Physical frailty may contribute to the development of dementia, according to a study published online Sept. 17 in Neurology.

More than 80% of pre-kindergarten (pre-K) to 12th-grade students and staff have at least one respiratory virus detected and acute respiratory illness (ARI) episodes.