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2.7 million people over the age of 40 have Glaucoma. It is predicted to be 4.2 million by 2030 - a 58% increase!!
The "Sneak Thief of Sight" is how it is known. There are no symptoms and once vison is lost - IT IS PERMANENT!
It is the leading cause of preventable blindness and can affect people of ALL ages!
Regular comprehensive eye health exams are so important. There is no cure YET...but there is treatment that will slow the vision loss.
Are YOU at risk? Do not let yourself become a victim of the "Sneak Thief of Sight". Make an appointment for that yearly comprehensive exam and allow Drs. Hansen, Pietig and Young make sure you do not become one of the 58% increase!!
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Even if no eye or vision problems are apparent, the American Optometric Association recommends scheduling your baby's first eye assessment at 6 months.
Things that the Optometrist will test for include:
excessive or unequal amounts of nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism
eye movement ability
eye health problems
These problems are not common, but it is important to identify children who have them at this young age. Vision development and eye health problems are easier to correct if treatment begins early.
InfantSEE®, a public health program, managed by Optometry Cares® - the AOA Foundation, is designed to ensure that eye and vision care becomes an essential part of infant wellness care to improve a child's quality of life. Under this program, participating optometrists provide a comprehensive infant eye assessment between 6 and 12 months of age as a no-cost public service.
