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Bionic eye

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Bionic Eyes Doctors in Australia have developed the world's first bionic eye capable of fully restoring vision in blind individuals. This groundbreaking technology uses advanced microelectronics to stimulate the retina, offering hope for those with vision loss due to conditions like macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa. The bionic eye marks a major step forward in medical technology, potentially transforming the lives of millions of blind people worldwide. #BionicEye #VisionRestoration #MedicalInnovatio
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Health News The Medical News Today news team reports on emerging science, cutting-edge research, new treatments, and trending topics in health and medicine. All articles are written by our network of editors and contributors. Everything we publish is reviewed for medical accuracy by our  panel of experts . JANUARY 16, 2025 How doctors may be able to predict your stroke risk through your eye Written by  Corrie Pelc  on January 16, 2025 —  Fact checked  by  Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D. Changes in the eye can help predict other health concerns in the body, such as diabetes and high blood pressure.  A new study has identified a set of 29 vascular health indicators on the retina, making a “fingerprint” that can help predict a person’s stroke risk.  Researchers believe this method provides a less invasive way of testing stroke risk than traditional tests

Gene therapy

Gene therapy….. Gene therapy is a medical treatment that uses genes to prevent or treat diseases. It involves replacing a faulty gene or adding a new gene to cure a condition or help the body fight disease. There are several types of gene therapy, including: 1. Germline gene therapy: This type of therapy targets the reproductive cells (egg or sperm) and can be passed on to future generations. 2. Somatic gene therapy: This type targets non-reproductive cells and is not passed on to future generations. Gene therapy can be used to treat a wide range of diseases, including: 1. Genetic disorders: Such as sickle cell anemia, cystic fibrosis, and muscular dystrophy. 2. Cancer: Gene therapy can be used to kill cancer cells or slow their growth. 3. Viral infections: Gene therapy can be used to prevent or treat viral infections such as HIV. The process of gene therapy typically involves the following steps: 1. Identifying the faulty gene: Scientists identify the gene that is causing the disease....