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National Institutes of Health

National Eye Institute: Health Information

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a wealth of information regarding the human eye. Special focus is given to the diseases and disorders, ranging from age-related mascular degeneration to usher syndrome.
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Sight and Hearing Association: Amblyopia and Strabismus

For Students 9th - 10th
A question and answer format that addresses amblyopia and strabismus, what causes them, and their treatments.
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All About Vision: Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the condition known as amblyopia. Includes a sample picture to find out what a amblyopic sees.
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All About vision.com: Eye Conditions and Diseases

For Students 9th - 10th
Many articles with consumer information about lenses, eyewear, eye problems, and unique eye conditions. Vast content and many links to off-site information.
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Handout
American Academy of Family Physicians

Family doctor.org: Strabismus (Cross Eyes)

For Students 9th - 10th
This article addresses some common questions regarding strabismus such as, "What is strabismus?" "Why is strabismus a problem?" "What can be done to fix the problem?" It is a good site to check out for information on the subject.
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Cleveland Clinic: Cole Eye Institute: Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site, sponsored by the Cole Eye Institute at the Cleveland Clinic, provides one doctor's short description on Amblyopia. (Amblyopia is better known as a lazy eye).