What Your Optometrist Wants You to Know About Diabetes and the Eyes
The first discovery of eye problems in diabetes occurred in the 1850’s with the invention of technology to see into the retina (back wall of the eye). Thankfully, in 2026 optometrists have significantly more advanced technology and knowledge for keeping the eyes healthy in diabetes. The key areas of diabetic impact on the eye are […]
Who Can Provide Diabetic Care
Eye Center, Southwest Health If you have Type 2 Diabetes, like 10% of US adults, you may have an understanding of the importance of eye care. If left untreated or undetected, diabetes can cause severe vision problems and possibly even blindness. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in adults aged 20 to 74, and […]