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Common Vision Problems

Article / Review by on November 1, 2011 – 4:49 pmNo Comments

Common Vision Problems


A doctor explains common vision problems, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia.

National Eye Institute (NEI) — Est. 1968
NEI conducts and supports research that helps prevent and treat eye diseases and other disorders of vision. This research leads to sight-saving treatments, reduces visual impairment and blindness, and improves the quality of life for people of all ages. NEI-supported research has advanced our knowledge of how the eye functions in health and disease

*  The above story is adapted from materials provided by National Eye Institute (NEI) &  More about NEI
** The National Institutes of Health (NIH) , a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives. The National Institutes of Health is made up of 27 different components called Institutes and Centers. Each has its own specific research agenda. All but three of these components receive their funding directly from Congress, and administrate their own budgets.

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