November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness among people under 75, so it’s important to identify and treat eye health problems early. Diabetes affects the blood vessels in your body. When it comes to your eyes, diabetes affects the small blood vessels in the retina. We call this diabetic retinopathy. […]
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May is Healthy Vision Month! There are many things you can do to take care of your eyes and protect your sight for life. Schedule a comprehensive dilated eye exam! Know your family’s eye health history. Many eye conditions are hereditary. Eat a balanced diet – in particular,
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It’s that time of year again – back to school! In addition to stocking up on school supplies, don’t forget to take care of your eyes. We collected the best advice of our doctors. Dr. Mekel: I recommend that all children who wear glasses should get lenses with the following technologies: Polycarbonate lenses Blue light
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Diabetes and Eye Health by Dr. Kelly Krespan Diabetes affects the blood vessels in your body. When it comes to your eyes, diabetes affects the small blood vessels in the retina. We call this diabetic retinopathy. The retina is the photoreceptor layer on the inside of the eye, and a healthy retina is important for
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