​Scientists Identify New Protein That Drives Age-Related Blindness, Uncover Potential Therapy – Tyler Durden

Scientists Identify New Protein That Drives Age-Related Blindness, Uncover Potential Therapy Authored by Cara Michelle Miller via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), Researchers have identified a protein that may prevent age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new study published in the Developmental Cell on Oct. 2. AMD is the leading cause of vision loss among older adults, affecting nearly 20 million Americans. As the population ages, this number is expected to rise significantly. Currently, there are no treatments that can stop AMD’s progression. MR.PRAWET THADTHIAM/Shutterstock “I think we identified something that can target early-stage disease. … That’s a big…  — Continue at ZeroHedge News : Read More