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Studying Astronauts’ Eyes May Help Treat Earthbound Vision Problems

Andrew Schneider

Posted on March 19, 2018 · Long stretches serving in low gravity aboard the International Space Station are leaving astronauts with fuzzy vision. Finding out why could help glaucoma patients.

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UH Moment: “MS Eye Care

Marisa Ramirez

Posted on March 4, 2015 · The eyes are the windows to multiple sclerosis. See more in this UH Moment.

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