Diabetes and the Eyes
A comprehensive eye exam can actually detect the presence of diabetes.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma
What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a chronic progressive eye disease characterized by a degeneration of the optic nerve. This can lead to serious vision loss if not detected and treated early. The optic nerve takes all of the information the eye sees and transmits that information to the brain. Glaucoma is one of the leading …
The not-so-secret weapon of diabetes management
There’s no denying physicians and dietitians play critical roles in caring for people living with diabetes. But there’s a not-so-secret weapon patients often overlook – their optometrist.
Early detection: the key to fighting glaucoma
As one of the leading causes of blindness in Canada, glaucoma is called the silent thief of sight for a reason.
The Myths and Facts about Glaucoma
Having knowledge about glaucoma and seeing your optometrist regularly for comprehensive eye exams is one of the best ways to protect your eyes from glaucoma and other eye diseases.
Early detection key in preventing permanent vision loss from diabetes
November 14, 2016 (Toronto) – As part of World Diabetes Day, the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO) wants Ontarians to get their eyes checked. “From cataracts to glaucoma, diabetes can very seriously affect every part of the eye,” said Dr. Jeffrey Guthrie, optometrist and President of OAO. “Worst of all is diabetic retinopathy, which occurs …
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