by The Eye Center | Jan 9, 2023 | Eye Diseases, Glaucoma
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, and increasing awareness is crucial to ensuring quick and early detection of this condition. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve and can potentially lead to vision loss and even blindness. In this blog,...
by The Eye Center | Oct 28, 2022 | Diabetes, Eye Diseases
November is Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month. Did you know that diabetic eye disease is a leading cause of blindness in the United States? In fact, diabetic retinopathy is the most common cause of vision loss among working-age adults. However, diabetic eye disease...
by The Eye Center | Jul 17, 2022 | Diabetes, Eye Diseases
If you or someone you love have diabetes, you need regular eye exams. Diabetes affects how your body uses blood glucose (or blood sugar). Glucose is vital because it provides energy for your body and your brain. Normally, when you eat and your blood sugar rises, your...
by The Eye Center | Jun 16, 2022 | Cataracts, Eye Diseases
Did you know that cataracts are the leading cause of blindness in the world? The good news, though, is that cataracts are manageable and very treatable. June has been declared Cataract Awareness Month by Prevent Blindness to educate the public on symptoms, types of...