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An Overview of Glaucoma

The Basics of Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Helping Seniors Live with Low Vision

What is Presbyopia?

What to Expect When a Loved One Has Cataract Surgery

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Glaucoma Can Steal 40% of Vision Before the Person Notices
A person can have glaucoma for years and not even know. In fact, up to to 40 percent of a person's vision can be lost without them even noticing, because there are no symptoms.
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Are You Getting the Best Eyeglasses and Care for Aging Eyes?
Aging eyes need special care, but seniors don't always get it. Prescriptions are often inaccurate because elderly people go to the wrong type of eye doctor.
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The 4 Most Common Age-Related Eye Diseases
Glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy are the four most common eye conditions among people over age 65.
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Cataracts: Signs, Symptoms and Diagnosis

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An Overview of Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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