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"Warning Signs: Woman's Eye Damage from 2017 Solar Eclipse and How to Protect Your Eyes"

A New York woman suffered permanent eye damage after staring at the 2017 solar eclipse without proper eye protection, leading to blurred vision and dark spots. Doctors diagnosed her with acute solar retinopathy, a rare condition caused by gazing directly at the sun, and advised using certified eclipse-viewing glasses. The case study highlighted the need for better awareness of the risks of viewing the sun without protective eyewear, especially among young adults.

via NBC Chicago|

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health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Study Suggests 17,000 Deaths Potentially Linked to Hydroxychloroquine During COVID"

A study by French researchers published in Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy suggests that hydroxychloroquine, an anti-malaria drug used during the first wave of COVID-19, may be linked to approximately 17,000 deaths in six countries. The drug, which was prescribed without solid evidence of its effectiveness against COVID-19, is associated with an 11 percent increase in mortality due to potential side effects like heart rhythm disorders. The actual number of deaths could be higher, as the study only covers a limited period and countries. Hydroxychloroquine was notably promoted by French virologist Didier Raoult and former U.S. President Donald Trump.

via POLITICO Europe|

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