http://thinkgene.disqus.com/a bio blog about genetics, genomics, and biotechnologyenTue, 03 Jun 2008 02:58:44 -0000http://www.thinkgene.com/a-genetic-marker-for-nearsightedness-update-on-vitamins-and-amd/#comment-2464381I remember hearing about some study that linked myopia with intelligence. Is anyone aware of that study (and can send me a link?)Andrew YatesTue, 03 Jun 2008 02:58:44 -0000http://www.thinkgene.com/a-genetic-marker-for-nearsightedness-update-on-vitamins-and-amd/#comment-2464380Josh,<br>2 out of 3 is pretty good. They do vision screening in the pediatrician's office. It is better than a SNP. But, that being said....there is very little evidence behind "preventing" it. Perhaps there is early detection to prevent learning disabilities etc..... But I remain of skeptic of that one. Especially given the lack of replication and not the strongest OR.<br>-Steve<br><a href="http://www.helixhealth.org" rel="nofollow">www.helixhealth.org</a>Steven Murphy MDMon, 02 Jun 2008 21:23:43 -0000