Diabetes and Eye Health

Did you know that approximately 29 million Americans age 20 and older have diabetes? One third of those are at risk for vision loss because they do not even know that they have the disease.

Diabetics are 60 percent more likely to develop cataracts and 40 percent more likely to develop glaucoma than people without diabetes. Diabetics are also at risk for diabetic retinopathy, which can result in permanent vision loss if left untreated. Every year 12,000 to 24,000 people lose their sight due to diabetes.

This morning Dr. Gina told us how the American Optometric Association encourages everyone to see their optometrist on a yearly basis to ensure early detection of eye diseases and to maintain eye health.

For more information about Dr. Gina Wesley or Complete Eye Care of Medina, call 763-478-3505 or log on to www.cecofmedina.com.