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Will blue light from electronic devices increase my risk of macular degeneration and blindness?

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David J. Ramsey, MD, PhD, MPH, is currently the Director of Ophthalmic Research at the Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, a part of Beth Israel Lahey Health. As a specialist in retinal disease, he performs surgery … See Full Bio
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