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An app uses a smartphone camera to detect leukocoria, a pale reflection from the back of the eye. It can be an early sign of disease. Here it appears light brown compared the healthy eye.

An App That Can Catch Early Signs Of Eye Disease In A Flash

Joe Palca

After his son developed a rare eye cancer, a chemist in Texas developed a smartphone app that uses a camera and artificial intelligence to detect early signs of eye disease.

Leon County Judge John Cooper on June 30, 2022, in a screen grab from The Florida Channel.

Health News Florida

Florida Health Officials Warn About Dangers Of Sharing Contact Lenses

Sascha Cordner

Florida health officials are warning about the dangers of sharing contact lenses. In a YouTube video, the Florida Department of Health warns against...

Timely eye exams for kids can help prevent lifelong vision problems.

NPR Health

Insurance Alone Isn't Enough To Make Sure Kids Get Eye Exams

Michelle Andrews

The lower the household income, the less likely it is for children to receive needed eye exams. The income effect was independent of insurance status, a study found.