Mobile phone use is not associated with the risk of melanoma of the eye, researchers report in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute. No direct link between exposure to radio waves and DNA damage exists, but studies have examined the possibility of an association between mobile phone use and melanoma of the eye, also called uveal melanoma.

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_{Source: McNeil, Caroline, Journal of the National Cancer Institute. Melanoma of the Eye Not Linked to Mobile Phone Use. Medical New Today, 14 Jan 2009.}

A new study conducted by researchers affiliated with Johns Hopkins University finds that visual problems play a key factor in bringing about the decision to stop driving. With 30 million drivers in the US aged 65 and above, we count on older people to realize when they can no longer drive safely and decide to stay off the road.

The most common reasons for stopping or decreasing driving were slow visual scanning, psychomotor speed and poor visuo-constructional skills, as well as reduced contrast sensitivity. "These skills are important for safe and confident driving where objects are moving at rapid speeds in relation to each other, and timely and accurate judgments are required," the researchers stated.

Interestingly, the study also found that women were four times more likely than men to stop or restrict their driving.

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_{Source: Joanne Olson, Sight Problems Prompt Older Drivers To Put Down The Keys Medical News Today, 7 Jan 2009.}

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The FDA has approved the glaucoma drug bimatoprost for treating eyelash hypotrichosis, or lashes that are not long, thick, or dark enough. The drug will be marketed under the name "Latisse" and is applied to the base of the upper eyelashes. Growth increases can be seen within eight to 16 weeks, according to Allergan.

Assuming potential side effects are minor, would you try the drug?

Glaucoma Drug Enhances Eyelashes

During the month of January, the EyeSmart campaign of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and Eye Care America, a public service program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, want to remind people that knowing your risks for glaucoma can save your sight. Glaucoma is a leading cause of preventable blindness because it often goes undetected - about half of the three million Americans who have the disease are unaware of it.

Glaucoma Resources:

• Glaucoma 101
• Are You at Risk?
• Can We Prevent Glaucoma?

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