The three most common eye conditions that tend to arise later in life are cataracts, macular degeneration and glaucoma. This article from U.S. News and World Report takes a look at each of them and how to care for aging eyes. For most of us, hitting age 40 signals a time of change with regard to several aspects of our…
Glaucoma is the cause of about 10% of total blindness in the U.S. and many of the people affected are seniors. It’s important to get ahead of the disease before severe vision loss and blindness occur. This article from the National Council for Aging Care looks at the different types of glaucoma, as well as prevention and treatment. The American…
According to the Mayo Clinic, Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60 and many forms have no warning signs. Here’s how to make sure it’s recognized early to prevent or slow vision loss. Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital…
According to the National Eye Institute, Glaucoma eye disease can damage the optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. It occurs when the inner pressure of the eye slowly rises. With regular eye exams and early treatment, you can often protect your eyes from glaucoma and vision loss. How Does Glaucoma Develop? At the front of the eye…
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. If you’re a glaucoma patient, this article, brought to you by the Glaucoma Research Foundation, tells why it’s important for you and your doctor to monitor your intraocular pressure (IOP). Understanding how your individual pressure changes over time can help you feel confident that your treatment is working effectively. Why Monitoring IOP is Important IOP…
Early detection is the key to protecting your vision from damage caused by glaucoma. Here’s a look at 5 common eye tests and how often you should have them. Early detection, through regular and complete eye exams, is the key to protecting your vision from damage caused by glaucoma. A complete eye exam includes five common tests to detect glaucoma….
A positive way to start the New Year is to get your eyes examined if you are over 60. Did you know Glaucoma is a preventable disease!? So, please consider taking an action step this January 2017 to protect your eyesight. Please read on to learn more about prevention. If you do have glaucoma and find you need homecare assistance,…