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Dry eyes during pregnancy

Pregnant women at risk of sore, irritated dry feeling eyes Did you know…? In a recent survey 42% of women reported suffering with dry, irritated and uncomfortable feeling eyes during pregnancy Hormonal changes such as those experienced during pregnancy can increase the risk of dry irritated feeling eyes 77% of new mums are unaware this…

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New hope for newborns with severe eye problems

A new technique which greatly raises a baby’s chances of a successful eye transplant is being used by doctors at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Previously, doctors have avoided surgery on babies’ eyes because they have been unable to see into the baby’s eye and, without knowing the full extent of the problem, they run the risk of causing further damage.…

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