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• Vabysmo Eye Treatments May Cause Blindness, Study Warns

  January 28, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  An analysis of three case studies found that some patients may experience an inflammatory response to Vabysmo eye injections, which if continued, could lead to vision loss and complete blindness in the treated eye.

• EU Launches Investigation Into Ozempic Vision Loss Problems

  December 23, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  Following nearly 20 reports of vision problems from Ozempic or Wegovy since a study was published in July 2024, Danish health officials are calling for an EU investigation into the safety of semaglutide-based drugs.

• Ozempic NAION Vision Loss Risks Confirmed in Another Study

  December 16, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  A Danish study warns that using Ozempic and Wegovy could double the risk of a condition known to cause vision changes and blindness.

• Patients Usually Stop Taking Ozempic, Wegovy Injections After Just Two Years: Reuters

  July 22, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  A Reuters investigative report reveals that only about a quarter of patients prescribed Ozempic and Wegovy continue to take the medications after two years.

• Ozempic, Wegovy Vision Change Side Effects May Leave Users With Blurred Sight, Blindness: Study

  July 8, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  The findings of a new study suggests that overweight and diabetic patients taking Ozempic or Wegovy face a higher risk of vision change side effects from a condition known as non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION)

• Cerebral Palsy Lawsuit Ends in $120M Verdict for Blind Teen Who Suffered Birth Trauma

  April 2, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  A birth injury trial has ended in a $120 million verdict for the family of a teen boy who suffered cerebral palsy and crippling injuries due to what plaintiffs said was a negligently delayed C-section procedure.

• Multiple Brands of Eye Drops Recalled Due to Infection Risks

  November 16, 2023

  Katherine McDaniel

  Dozens of eye drops sold at Walmart, CVS, Rite Aid and other retailers have been recalled following reports of possible eye infections.

• Leader Eye Drop Recall Issued over Bacterial Contamination Risks

  November 2, 2023

  Katherine McDaniel

  The FDA has announced a Leader eye drops recall, following reports of adverse events and recent warnings about poor manufacturing conditions across the industry.

• CPAP Use Increases Retinal Microhemorrhages in Patients with Diabetes-Related Eye Problems: Study

  October 16, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  A new study indicates CPAP use can reduce the risk of vision loss due to diabetes, but can also cause small microbleeds in the retina.

• Bacteria in Artificial Tears Eye Drops Caused Corneal Ulcer, Scarring in Eye: Lawsuit

  September 11, 2023

  Irvin Jackson

  An Artificial Tears eye drop lawsuit claims a woman suffered an infection which left her legally blind in both eyes.