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  • Celebrating Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month

    Celebrating Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month


    November shines a spotlight on Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of diabetes on eye health. With diabetes affecting millions worldwide, understanding its relationship with eye health is crucial. This month serves as a reminder to prioritize eye care and take proactive ...

  • Cataract Awareness Month

    Cataract Awareness Month


    This June is Cataract Awareness Month and the American Academy of Ophthalmology is urging Americans to gain a greater understand of this debilitating disease. The number of patients who cataracts affects is staggering. As one of the leading causes of blindness in the world, cataracts can lead to devastating consequences ...

  • June is Cataract Awareness Month

    June is Cataract Awareness Month


    Cataracts are one of the leading causes of blindness in America. Cataracts are cloudy areas in the lens of the eye. Symptoms of cataracts can include slightly blurred vision and sensitivity to glare. The longer cataracts go untreated, the more difficult they are to repair with surgery and the more ...

  • Everything You Need to Know About Cataract Surgery

    Everything You Need to Know About Cataract Surgery


    As you age, there is a good chance that your eye doctor may tell you that you have cataracts. The key is to not panic and to educate yourself all about cataracts to ensure you’re informed when and if you do have to have surgery. At Palmetto Eye & Laser ...