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Safety as we age is the most important thing. We all worry about the safety of our parents. Poor vision can have many adverse effects, such as depression, car accidents, and medication errors, but none of these are more concerning than a fall. Falls are among the leading cause of death for people age 65+, […]
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Age Related Eye Disease Study. Macular Degeneration, AMD, AREDS, ARMD, The Eye Associates, vitamins
Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) In 2001, Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) researchers reported that a vitamin supplement called the AREDS formulation could reduce the risk of developing advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD). In 2006, the same research group, based at National Institute of Health’s National Eye Institute, began a second study called AREDS2. They wanted […]
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Age Related Eye Disease Study. Macular Degeneration, Amsler Grid, ARMD, Cataract Surgery, cataracts, diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, eye condition, eye disease, Glaucoma, loss of sight, low vision, Macular Degeneration, macular hole, Poor vision, Retina, retina tear, retinal detachment, The Eye Associates, vision loss
Blindness – Third Biggest Fear A Prevent Blindness America Survey found that blindness ranked third as a major fear. Number 1 and 2 were cancer and heart disease. Of course, there are ways to prevent vision loss. The best way is to have a yearly comprehensive dilated eye exam. Being proactive always has positive benefits on your health and your […]
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AMD, Amsler Grid, AREDS, ARMD, Dr. BJ Ahn, Dr. Josh Mali, Eyes, loss of sight, low vision, Macular Degeneration, Retina, Uncategorized, vision loss, vitamins
Do you have dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD)? Studies show that up to 43% of dry macular degeneration patients progress to wet AMD. The progression can be so subtle that you may not even notice it at first. Since our brain can compensate for poor vision in one eye by filling in missing areas, often […]
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