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hvg.hu 6d

Europe has approved the bionic eye, which may give hope to those suffering from severe vision loss, allowing them to regain functional vision through a new retinal implant. (translated)

Remény a látássérülteknek: Európa jóváhagyta a bionikus szemet
Novinky 2w

Scientists have found that exposure to light during the development of retinal organoids fundamentally supports the maturation of photoreceptors and improves their functionality, thereby aiding further research on the human eye and retinal diseases. (translated)

Vědci nahradili tmu světlem a zjistili, že to zásadně pomáhá ve vývoji oka

Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering in Catalonia have developed a light-activated molecular prosthesis that could help blind people regain some visual function by stimulating the remaining nerve cells in the retina. (translated)

Vor putea nevăzătorii să vadă din nou? Există speranță, spun cercetătorii: proteza moleculară
Genio78 2w

Agosto ha avuto 5 ondate di calore roventi, 7 perturbazioni estreme e la tempesta di sabbia del Sahara. Alla fine l'eclissi di sole in cui potevamo bruciarci la retina perdendo la vista è stato il giorno più divertente🥰 #clima #estate #eclissi

Genio78 3w

Dopo aver letto sta notizia mi son pentito di non essermi bruciato la retina con l'eclissi https://t.co/fvDdWdR0hZ #Eclissi #Notizia #Ritina

El Atlético de Madrid homenajeará a la selección española campeona del mundo en los minutos previos al partido de este miércoles ante el Málaga. Invitamos a los aficionados a que anticipen su llegada para no perderse ni un instante de un momento que permanecerá en la retina de todos los presentes en el Riyadh Air Metropolitano. ℹ️ https://t.co/XUvx25BZ4G #AtleticoDeMadrid #SeleccionEspañola #Homenaje

During the solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, dozens of people in Italy and Germany showed up at hospitals with eye problems after viewing the Sun without adequate protection, with cases of fear of retinal injuries and various symptoms such as headaches and dizziness, although no serious retinal injuries have been reported so far. (translated)

Eclissi, decine di persone in ospedale per problemi agli occhi: casi in Italia e Germania
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The article addresses the risks of damaging the retina by observing a solar eclipse without protection, highlighting that symptoms may take up to 12 hours to appear and that it is crucial to consult an ophthalmologist at any sign of damage, as the injuries can be irreversible. (translated)

¿Cómo se puede saber si se ha dañado la retina?, ¿qué se notaría si eso sucede?

The solar eclipse of August 12, 2026, expected to be visible from Italy as well, requires special attention as direct observation without adequate protection can cause permanent damage to the retina, and the use of ordinary sunglasses is not sufficient to ensure eye safety. (translated)

Eclissi solare, è pericolosa per gli occhi? Bastano pochi secondi per danneggiare la retina, ecco come guardarla

Looking at a solar eclipse without proper protection can cause irreversible damage to the eyes, including retinal injuries and vision loss, according to ophthalmologists, who recommend using specific approved filters for these astronomical events. (translated)

El peligro de mirar sin protección un eclipse: «Podría causar daños irreversibles»

Astronomy expert Luigi Bignami warns about the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, urging not to use unsuitable sunglasses to observe the phenomenon, as it could cause permanent damage to the retina. He emphasizes the importance of proper equipment to fully enjoy this rare astronomical event, which will be visible in much of Europe, with solar flares and the sun's corona visible to the naked eye. (translated)

“Non fate stupidate, non usate occhiali da sole, nemmeno due paia. Rischiate che vi si bruci la retina”: i consigli dell’esperto Bignami sull’Eclissi di Sole

Doctor Monica Varano warns that observing the Sun without adequate protection can cause permanent damage to the retina, emphasizing the importance of using ISO 12312-2 certified glasses and being cautious even with the use of binoculars, telescopes, and smartphones, as even traditional sunglasses do not offer sufficient protection. (translated)

“Anche pochi secondi senza protezione possono danneggiare la retina”, precauzioni e rischi per osservare l’eclissi del 12 agosto

Six models of glasses for viewing the solar eclipse have been recalled due to risks of eye injuries, as they do not comply with safety regulations and can cause damage to the retina if used incorrectly. (translated)

Retiran seis modelos de gafas para ver el eclipse solar por riesgo de lesiones oculares
eldiario.es Aug 7

On August 12, 2026, Spain will experience a total solar eclipse which, although it may seem like a safe event, poses a serious risk to vision if observed without protection, as warns the ophthalmologist Nicolás Toledano, who highlights that looking at the Sun under any circumstances is harmful due to the ultraviolet radiation that can cause irreversible damage to the retina. (translated)

Todo lo que debes saber para proteger los ojos del eclipse, según un oftalmólogo: "Mirar al sol siempre es malo"
20 minutos Aug 6

Ophthalmologists warn about the risk of irreversible damage to the retina when observing the solar eclipse without approved glasses, emphasizing that there is no treatment for these injuries that can be disabling. (translated)

Los oftalmólogos avisan del peligro de ver el eclipse sin gafas homologadas: "No tenemos un tratamiento"
Stirile ProTV Jul 27

Medicii din Torino au realizat în premieră mondială un transplant al maculei, restabilind vederea unei femei de 67 de ani ce era nevăzătoare timp de cinci ani din cauza unui accident rutier, utilizând țesuturi sănătoase din ochiul stâng pentru a reconstrui retina ochiului drept, rezultatele inițiale fiind promițătoare. #transplant #retina #medicina

Premieră mondială în medicină. O femeie din Italia și-a recăpătat vederea după un transplant de maculă
Observador Jul 27

Uma mulher de 67 anos recuperou a visão após um transplante inédito da parte central da retina em um hospital de Turim, onde médicos utilizaram tecidos saudáveis de um olho danificado para reconstruir o outro, permitindo que ela visse novamente após cinco anos de cegueira. #transplante #retina #visão

Mulher cega recupera visão em hospital de Turim
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lastampa.it Jul 26

L'équipe della Clinica Oculistica universitaria delle Molinette a Torino ha effettuato con successo il primo autotrapianto al mondo della retina, permettendo a Elena, 67 anni, di recuperare la vista persa a causa di un grave incidente stradale dopo oltre 5 anni di cecità. #ChirurgiaOculistica #Innovazione #TrapiantoRetina

Torino, torna a vedere dopo il trapianto della retina da un occhio all'altro: è la prima volta al mondo
Il Messaggero Jul 26

A Torino si è svolto per la prima volta al mondo un eccezionale intervento di autotrapianto della retina da un occhio all'altro, che ha permesso a Elena, una donna di 67 anni, di riacquistare la vista dopo oltre cinque anni di cecità totale, grazie alla rimozione e al trasferimento di tessuti oculari sani dall'occhio sinistro a quello destro. #TrapiantoRetina #ChirurgiaOculistica #Cecità

Trapianto retina da un occhio all?altro, Elena torna a vedere dopo oltre 5 anni. Prima volta al mondo a Torino