Millions of Diabetics Blind to Both Risk of Eye Disease and Help Available

For National Diabetes Month, International Academy of Low Vision Specialists recommends annual comprehensive dilated eye exams as the key to preventing vision loss, especially in those with Diabetes.

CORONA, Calif., Nov. 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — It’s well understood that having too much glucose (also called sugar) in your blood from diabetes can damage a person’s cardiovascular system and lead to such health problems as heart attacks and strokes. Lesser widely known is how frequently excess glucose can damage small blood vessels in the eye and lead to serious eye problems, including blindness. A recent study conducted by Everyday Health concluded that less than half of diabetics comprehend their risk of vision loss. Fewer still are aware of its prevalence.

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