5 Things to Learn About Glaucoma During Glaucoma Awareness Month
January marks Glaucoma Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to learn about one of the leading causes of blindness worldwide. This condition affects millions of people, often without warning signs until significant vision loss has already occurred. Keep reading to discover five important facts about glaucoma that everyone should know during this important awareness…
Read MoreDecember is Safe Toys and Celebrations Month: Avoid Holiday Eye Injuries
December brings holiday celebrations, festive decorations, and excitement as families exchange gifts. While this season creates cherished memories, it also brings unique risks to eye safety that many families don’t anticipate. Thousands of Americans seek emergency treatment for eye injuries during the holidays each year. Many of these accidents are preventable with simple precautions. Keep…
Read MoreDiabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month: Understanding Diabetic Retinopathy
If you have diabetes, you already know how it affects your blood sugar, energy levels, and overall health. But have you thought about what it might be doing to your eyes? Diabetic retinopathy develops when high blood sugar damages the blood vessels in your retina, and it’s more common than many people realize. November is…
Read MoreHow Long Can You Wait Before Cataract Surgery Becomes Necessary?
If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, you’re probably wondering how soon you will need to have cataract surgery. Can you put off surgery for a few months? A year? Longer? The answer isn’t the same for everyone, but understanding the factors that influence timing can help you make the right decision for your vision and…
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