Explore expert-vetted resources on diseases of mind and sight.
Learn how the immune system and inflammation play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Learn how age, family history, ethnicity, gender and eye anatomy are related to the risk of developing primary angle-closure glaucoma.
If a close relative has macular degeneration, learn some important steps that you can take to decrease your risk of developing this eye disease.
Wandering is one of the most dangerous behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s disease. To prevent wandering, it helps to understand what causes a person with Alzheimer’s to wander.
Research by BrightFocus grantee Matthew Campbell, PhD, of Trinity College Dublin, suggests a unique way to help clear the brain of toxic amyloid beta protein, which contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s.
Dr. Orli Weisser-Pike, a doctor of occupational therapy and a certified low-vision therapist, shares a number of helpful tips for safety and independence in the home for individuals with visual impairment or low vision.
