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April 29, 2005

Deafness Gene Found

Scientists in Hong Kong and Britain have discovered a gene responsible for hearing, a breakthrough that could eventually lead to a cure for congenital deafness. (Reuters)

Posted by news editor at 05:13 PM

April 11, 2005

Lazy Eye Treatment in Older Kids

It's widely believed that children with a so-called lazy eye have to be treated quite early in life, before the brain's 'wiring' becomes fixed. However, many children who are 7 years of age or older appear to respond to treatment for amblyopia, as the condition is called, according to a new study. (Reuters)

Posted by news editor at 08:41 PM