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Vision Problems Among Those Over 40 Costly
Report finds U.S. price tag tops $35 billion a year

Prostate Drug Use May Mean Cataract Surgery Change
Flomax and other alpha-blockers may cause 'floppy iris syndrome,' but experts say simple eye drop change is all that's needed

Cataract Treatment a Luxury Many Can Now Afford
Changes to Medicare extend coverage for cutting-edge therapies

Statins Linked to Lower Risk of Cataracts
Nonsmokers and people without diabetes showed even bigger benefit, study found

Cataract Surgery Rates Tied to Physician Reimbursement
Payment for each procedure results in more surgeries, new study finds

Health Tip: Preventing Cataracts in Children
Never too early to wear sunglasses

Doctors Continue to Enhance Cataract Treatments
They range from new surgeries to lenses that help combat vision problems

New Lens Expands Horizons for Cataract Patients
Multifocal lens mimics sight provided by the human eye

Pinpointing the Causes of Cataracts
Study identifies loss of eye gel as risk factor

Informed Consent Doesn’t Change Choice to Have Cataract Surgery
Patients aren't influenced by explanation of risks of procedure, study finds

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