Metamorphopsia distorts central vision, making straight lines look wavy and flat objects look rounded. It happens when the retina or macula is damaged by disease, injury, or aging. Common causes ...

It often begins with a seemingly minor complaint. Patients don't walk in saying they are losing vision; instead, they say they have to hold the electricity bill farther away to read it, or they keep ...

As awareness around clean eating and traditional grains grows, millets are increasingly being recognised for their role in supporting overall health. Each type of millet offers distinct benefits, ...

GLP-1 drugs are associated with a higher risk of “wet” age-related macular degeneration in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Researchers found that the risk substantially ...

Makeup is perhaps the closest art form to traditional painting, where the canvas is replaced by the face or body. To celebrate some of the most talented creatives who’ve shared their work on Bored ...

Food scientists are working to make pancakes healthier by boosting the popular morning favorite's nutritional value while enhancing its taste and texture. Generally, pancakes are made with refined ...

"Mom, I saw dad’s head get bigger!" Such a statement made by a child would likely alarm that child’s parents. But the child might actually be describing symptoms of Alice in Wonderland syndrome (AIWS) ...

At the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting, Yasha S. Modi, MD, of New York University (NYU) Langone Health in New York City, gave a presentation focused on the decision-making process for ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Examining the retina, particularly the macula, before cataract surgery is important to set appropriate patient ...

Hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD) is a rare medical condition that can cause visual disturbances (sometimes called flashbacks) if you’ve taken hallucinogenic drugs in the past. With ...

Millions of Americans looked up to the sky Monday to witness the total solar eclipse as it made its way across the country. But several spectators were left wondering after the phenomenon: why am I ...

Sara Moniuszko is a health and lifestyle reporter at CBSNews.com. Previously, she wrote for USA Today, where she was selected to help launch the newspaper's wellness vertical. She now covers breaking ...