Eyes On Research

Eyes On Research Guide To: Eye Colour

Ah, eye colour! One of the most asked questions I get reside in this very topic. In this episode, our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will try to clear some misconceptions and

Eyes On Research Guide To: Cataract Surgery

How does cataract surgery work is a commonly asked question in any eye clinic around the world. In the second episode of our Eyes On Research Guide To series, our host, T

Eyes On Research Guide To: Guide Dogs

In the first episode of our series we are discussing all about guide dogs. This is to serve as a guide to both guide dog owners, but more so to people who are out and abo

New series! Eyes On Research Guide To

From next week, and throughout the whole of August and September, we have a new series lined up: Eyes On Research Guide To. Eight episodes are lined up for these next two

Contact Lenses: Pros and Cons

Some people swear by contact lenses, while others dread even the thought of having to put their fingers remotely close to the eyes. In this episode, we are discussing the

Nutrition in Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Age-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of irreversible loss of vision in adults over 50 years old. Treatment options are scarce and mainly preventive in na

Evolution of the Eyes

Our eyes are a sophisticated optic system, but it did not start like that. How did it evolve into this very effective structure? Join our host, Thales Guimaraes, who will

Computer Vision Syndrome

Headaches, itchy and painful red eyes, blurry vision and even pain in your neck and shoulders when using your computers and digital devices? Well, buckle up and listen to

Floaters and Other Visual Disturbances

Do you have those pesky blobs and spots in your vision? Or do you see some shimmering lights before your migraines? In this episode, we will be discussing all about float

Smoking and Our Eyes

Unless you’ve been living in isolation for a few years, you will have heard that cigarettes have been associated with many diseases in the body. But can it cause any harm

Colour Vision Deficiency

Are you or do you know anyone who is colourblind? It is indeed quite common, with prevalences as high as 8% in some ethnicities. Listen to our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes,

Can Caffeine Damage My Eyes?

If you are like me, you love a good ol’ double espresso early in the morning. But can coffee consumption cause any damage in our eyes and vision? In this episode, we will

Refractive Errors: Why Do I Need Glasses?

Do you need to wear glasses or contact lenses, and never knew what was going on exactly? Well, look no further! Our host, Dr. Thales Guimaraes, is walking us through what

Stargardt Disease: Concepts and Treatment Avenues

In this episode, we will be talking about Stargardt disease, one of the most common forms of inherited retinal disease. Our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, will talk about bas

Keratoconus: Causes and Treatments

Have you heard of Keratoconus? Join us as our host, Dr Thales Guimaraes, walks us through what it is, its causes and available treatments. Spoiler alert: do not rub your

Stem Cell Treatments for Retinal Disease

You may have heard many times about the promises of stem cell-based treatments. But where exactly do we stand research-wise, and are we ready to treat retinal degeneratio

Myopia: A Global Epidemic

Myopia, a.k.a. short-sightedness is a common type of refractive error. But did you know that, in some countries, 8 out of every 10 individuals are short-sighted? And wors

Age-related Macular Degeneration

We are back with the right foot! In this episode, we will discuss the most common cause of visual loss in adults above 50 years of age, a complex disease called age-relat

Achromatopsia

Have you heard of the story of the Pingelap island, a.k.a. The Island of the Colourblind? In this episode, we will be talking about an extreme form of inherited colourbli

Are Your Eyes Dry?

I know, we have all been there at a certain point. This gritty sensation of dry eyes is more than just a nuisance. Join our host today, Dr Thales Guimaraes, to learn a bi