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    Can You Catch Alzheimer’s Disease?

    This article explores the question of whether or not you can catch Alzheimer’s disease from others who have it, or if it can be transmitted from one person to another in any way.

    Wednesday, May 24, 2017
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    Is Glaucoma Painful?

    Learn about a form of glaucoma that typically produces no pain and other forms that can cause significant discomfort. Regardless of whether pain is associated with glaucoma, the condition can lead to complete loss of vision if not treated properly.

    Wednesday, May 24, 2017
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    Myopic Macular Degeneration

    Learn about an eye disorder that occurs more frequently in people who are very nearsighted.

    Wednesday, May 24, 2017
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    Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma

    Learn about the most common type of glaucoma that accounts for 70 - 90 percent of all cases.

    Wednesday, May 24, 2017

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