Jaeb Center For Health Research

This study tests two treatments to slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children aged 5 to 12: special glasses with H.A.L.T. MAX lenses and low-dose atropine eyedrops. About 348 children will use one or both treatments for 2 years. The goal is to see if these treat…

This study tests if botulinum toxin injections work as well as traditional surgery for treating childhood esotropia (crossed eyes) of a certain size. About 244 children will be randomly assigned to receive either an injection or surgery. The goal is to see if the less invasive in…

This study tests if omega-3 supplements or a special eyelid cleanser can help treat and prevent styes (chalazia) in children aged 4 to 17. About 168 kids will use warm compresses and be randomly assigned to one of three groups: omega-3 pills with standard eyelid wipes, anti-demod…

This study will follow 450 adults with diabetes and some without to track how different vision tests change as diabetic eye disease progresses. The goal is to find better ways to measure eye health in future treatment trials. Participants will undergo several non-invasive eye exa…