The eye acts like a camera, capturing light through the front surface (the cornea) and focusing it onto the “film” at the back of the eye (retina). To get a clear picture, the eyeball and all of its ...

Have you ever gone to the optometrist for an eye test and been told your eye was shaped like a football? Or perhaps you’ve noticed your vision is becoming increasingly blurry or hard to focus? You ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Astigmatism is a common problem that can affect your eyesight. An unusual shape of the cornea or lens affects how you perceive light. It can blur your vision and affect your ability to see well at ...