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Diabetes and Eye Care According to the 2014 National Diabetes Statistics Report, over 29 million Americans have diabetes. Of these 29 million, approximately 25% have some form of diabetic retinopathy, a disease caused by the deterioration of blood vessels that nourish the retina.
Decrease Glaucoma Risk Through Lifestyle Although genetics plays a role in an individual developing glaucoma, studies have shown that certain lifestyle choices may decrease your risk for the eye disease.
August is Children’s Eye Health Month The American Academy of Ophthalmology has named August Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month and although each child’s eyes are different, it’s important to spread awareness about the timeline for vision checks as children grow into adults.
Stye VS Chalazion A chalazion and a stye look very similar as lumps in or along the edge of the eyelid, but they are actually caused by different issues. A stye, which is typically redder in color than a chalazion, is caused by a bacterial infection in the root (follicle) of an eyelash.
Women At Higher Risk for Vision Loss According to the Prevent Blindness organization, more women than men suffer from cataracts, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, and macular degeneration.
Diagnosing Macular Degeneration Early Makes a Difference When it comes to macular degeneration, getting a diagnosis and beginning treatment even a few months sooner can make a big difference in the amount and quality of vision that can be maintained.