Alexander Volkanovski completely lost vision in left eye during UFC 314 title fight – ‘I could not see’

“Volk” is a bad man. Alexander Volkanovski reclaimed his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) Featherweight title in UFC 314’s electric main event last night (Sat., April 12, 2025), becoming a two-time champion by defeating the surging Diego Lopes via unanimous decision inside Kaseya Center in Miami, Florida (watch highlights). In the fourth round, Lopes landed a … Read more

Weight-loss, diabetes drugs linked to vision problems in small study

Popular drugs for diabetes and weight loss could have an unexpected side effect. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, which are used to treat type 2 diabetes and/or obesity, were linked to vision problems in a small study at the University of British Columbia. Some common GLP-1 drugs include Ozempic and Wegovy, which contain semaglutide … Read more

Scientists Unveil Safer Way To Treat Inflammatory Eye Diseases

Japanese researchers have discovered that mesenchymal stromal cell (MSC) therapy increases regulatory T cells while reducing inflammatory TH1 and TH17 cells. These findings suggest that MSCs could be a promising treatment for preventing ocular complications linked to graft-versus-host disease (GVHD). A study found that injecting mesenchymal stem cells into periocular tissue effectively reduces eye inflammation … Read more

“Good” Cholesterol Could Be Bad for Your Eyes – New Study Raises Concerns

A large observational study suggests that high levels of ‘good’ (HDL) cholesterol may increase the risk of glaucoma, while higher levels of ‘bad’ (LDL) cholesterol may be protective—particularly in individuals over 55. ‘Good’ cholesterol may be linked to an increased risk of glaucoma in individuals over 55, while, paradoxically, ‘bad’ cholesterol may be associated with … Read more

New drug may help restoring vision for people with nerve damage: Study | Health

Researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus found a promising therapeutic candidate that could aid in the restoration of vision in those suffering from multiple sclerosis (MS) and other neurodegenerative diseases. Also read | Why early detection is crucial for glaucoma? Doctor explains warning signs to watch out for The medicine, LL-341070, improves … Read more