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Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

Did you know that people with diabetes are more likely to develop blinding eye diseases, such as diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma and cataracts? While treatments are available, they are significantly more effective when the disease is detected early. The American Academy of Ophthalmology encourages individuals to defend themselves against diabetes-related vision loss by taking proactive steps and scheduling a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year.