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Preserving Vision in Patients with Diabetes
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People with diabetes often develop eye problems including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma. Diabetic retinopathy is a common complication of diabetes and causes gradual damage to small blood vessels in the retina and could lead to vision loss. This video talks about preserving vision in people with diabetes through early detection and timely treatment.
Read more about CDC’s Vision Health Initiative.
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