Women’s Eye Health Month

Health conditions — and how they may impact your vision

In the United States, about 1 million people are legally blind — 70% of which are women. Learn more about medical conditions and how they may affect women's eye health, causing issues such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration.

Plus, learn about other factors that can affect women's eye health:

  • Autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, thyroid disease and Sjogren's syndrome.
  • Hormonal changes after menopause and during pregnancy
  • Smoking, caffeine and poor eyelid hygiene

Most vision problems can be treated if diagnosed early. Making healthy changes to your lifestyle can help delay or prevent eye complications. Visit your optometrist or ophthalmologist for a comprehensive eye exam at least once every two years.

>> Learn more about health conditions that may affect your eyes.

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