Glaucoma Awareness Month

January is National Glaucoma Month, a time to spread awareness about the condition that puts pressure on the eye. The specific part of the eye that feels the intense pressure provides information to the brain, the optic nerve. If left untreated, glaucoma can eventually cause total blindness. While this sounds scary, regular testing and eye exams can help providers discover glaucoma before severe damage occurs.

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 […]

Conditions that Affect Your Eyes

Did you know that your eyes can show signs of various health conditions, which can be extremely beneficial in successfully treating systemic diseases? While it may sound odd, you need to listen to your eyes. Adults over the age of sixty are more prone to diseases that affect their vision, making it all the more […]

Spreading Glaucoma Awareness

By The Eye Center at Southwest Health January is National Glaucoma Month, a time to spread awareness about this condition that puts pressure on the part of the eye that provides information to the brain, the optic nerve. If untreated, glaucoma can eventually cause total blindness. While it is a common condition, regular testing and […]