Category: Retinopathy

Top Causes of Vision Loss

7/1/2024

According to the National Eye Institute, more Americans are facing the threat of vision loss from age-related eye diseases than ever before. The number of adults facing blindness is expected to increase over the next few decades as the Baby Boomer generation ages into their 70s and 80s.

Vision loss has a significant impact on your independence and quality of life. According to the World Health Organization, worldwide, at least 2.2 billion people have some form of vision impairment.

The article takes a closer look at the top causes of vision loss and what you can do to reduce your risk.

Understanding More About Low Vision | Low Vision Month

2/1/2024

February is Low Vision Awareness Month. But what is low vision? According to the American College of Ophthalmology, low vision is a loss of vision that can’t be corrected by conventional eyeglasses, surgical, or medical treatment. But there are ways to adjust and learn to live with low vision.

The blog below looks at what low vision involves and how to adjust and maintain your quality of life.

Diabetes Diagnosis and Yours Eyes: What to do Next | Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

11/1/2023

November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. For over a million people this year, diabetic awareness will take on a new significance in their lives. According to the American Diabetes Association, in the United States, about 1.4 million people will receive a diabetes diagnosis this year.

It can be a shock to hear that you have diabetes. Diabetes can increase your risk of a heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and vision loss.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Vision | COPD Awareness Month

11/1/2023

Although COPD primarily affects the lungs, it can lead to problems in other areas of the body, such as the heart and kidneys. It may also increase the risk of certain eye and vision problems.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) does not get the media or public attention that other diseases, such as heart disease and cancer, receive, but did you know that worldwide COPD is the third leading cause of death according to the World Health Organization?

The Main Causes of Vision Loss

10/1/2023

The thought of losing your vision is scary. Vision loss can adversely impact all areas of your life and alter your independence. Some causes of vision loss occur suddenly, such as severe injury to the eye. However, many causes of vision loss occur due to certain forms of eye diseases.

Learning more about vision loss, including its causes, is helpful to implement ways to reduce the risk.

Reducing Your Risk of Diabetic Retinopathy: What Can You Do?

10/1/2023

Diabetic retinopathy is a type of eye disease that can develop as a complication of diabetes. Over time, if someone with diabetes continues to have blood sugar levels that are too high, it can damage the blood vessels in the retina and eventually lead to vision loss.

Supplements for Eye Health: Fact or Fiction?

7/1/2023

We know that nutrition can play a role in our overall well-being. It seems everywhere you go, there is an ad for some type of supplement or vitamin that promises to help you have more energy, improve digestion, or make you feel younger.

But are certain supplements also beneficial for eye health? Can taking specific vitamins prevent eye diseases? With all the information out there, how do you sort through it?

The article below takes a look at what the research indicates regarding supplements and eye health.

Eyecare musts over 60

6/1/2023

We can all play a role in how well we age. We cannot stop the aging process, and maybe we don’t want to. But most of us do want to age well and be the best we can be at every age. That includes maintaining good vision.

The article below includes tips on how to keep your eyes healthy and promote good vision in your 60s and beyond.

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