What Causes a Stroke?
A stroke happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes.
Could Eye Drops Replace Cataract Surgery One Day?
Cataracts are a leading cause of blindness worldwide, and while surgery is effective, it isn’t always affordable or accessible. A new 2024 review in Annals of Translational Medicine highlights promising research into non-surgical treatments—including compounds that may dissolve the protein clumps that cloud the eye’s lens. Could future eye drops or medications make cataract surgery a thing of the past? In this video, we explore what researchers are discovering and what it could mean for millions of people worldwide.
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