The pathogens that cause common eye infections now show alarming levels of antibiotic resistance and, in some cases, multidrug resistance, according to a recent study published in JAMA Ophthalmology.

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in Healthy You - July 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication.

Vision loss is something most people associate with accidents. A sharp object. A chemical splash. A sudden injury. Very few ...

MRSA infections can cause problems throughout your body. This antibiotic-resistant type of staph is also a common cause of eye infections. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a type ...

Eye pain is a common condition, and many people experience eye irritation from time to time. Symptoms range from minor itching to debilitating pain, and causes can be as simple as an eyelash in your ...

Elton John confirmed at a charity event this week that he has lost his eyesight. "I haven't been able to come to many of the previews because, as you know, I've lost my eyesight, so it's hard for me ...

Winter can harm your eyes by causing dryness, redness, and irritation. Know the reasons, common symptoms, and easy eye care ...

Sharp eye pain can be sudden or gradual, ranging from mild discomfort to severe, stabbing, burning, or throbbing sensations. While minor causes, such as dry eye or debris, are often manageable, ...

About 1 in 10 cases of COVID-19 nationwide is caused by an emerging coronavirus strain, XBB.1.16. The World Health Organization has elevated this strain of omicron to one of two "circulating variants ...

A mother has issued a warning to other parents after her son came home from daycare with a common illness that left her with a glass stent in her eye. Talitha Akamarmoi, from the NSW Central Coast, ...