October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Down syndrome is a condition that occurs due to an extra chromosome. It can affect a person’s physical growth and cognitive ability. The extent of developmental issues varies greatly. People with Down syndrome are also at a higher risk for certain health problems, including issues that affect the eyes and vision. 

Cataracts are a very common eye problem. According to the National Eye Institute, by the age of 75, about 50 percent of adults will develop cataracts. 

A cataract occurs when the lens in the eye becomes cloudy. When the lens gets cloudy, it causes symptoms including sensitivity to light, blurry vision, and seeing double. The most common risk factor for developing cataracts is aging.
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The first week in December is “Older Driver Safety Awareness Week.” Driving is a wonderful privilege we get as adults, and we all want to maintain this freedom as long as we can.
 
Our physical and sensory abilities change as we age. Understanding common age-related changes, such as delayed reaction time and seeing less well in the dark, is the first step in older driver safety. 

Cataracts occur when the natural lens in the eye becomes cloudy. One of the main risk factors for developing cataracts is age.

​Although it can happen at a younger age, cataracts tend to develop more often in people over the age of 60. According to the National Eye Institute, about half of people age 80 or over have cataracts or have had cataract surgery.
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​It’s no surprise that our bodies change with age. But did you know our eyes also undergo age-related changes?

​While certain age-related changes are considered normal, other symptoms can be a sign of a potentially serious eye condition. 
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