Sentences with phrase «of regular eye exams»

«That's why we want to raise awareness and ensure people with diabetes understand the importance of regular eye exams.»

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The researchers collaborated with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to review the charts of close to 2,000 patients age 40 or older with type 1 and type 2 diabetes to see how many had regular eye exams.

• Fifty - eight percent of patients did not have regular follow - up eye exams • Smokers were 20 percent less likely to have exams • Those with less - severe disease and no eye problems were least likely to follow recommendations • Those who had diabetic retinopathy were 30 percent more likely to have follow - up exams

The Academy has released a new animated public service announcement to help educate people about the importance of regular exams and common eye diseases including diabetic retinopathy.

This includes regular testing for glycosylated hemoglobin (a measure of blood sugar control), assessment of fats and cholesterol in the blood, eye exams and blood pressure checks, with appropriate follow - up.

Getting regular eye exams can catch it early and slow down vision loss with the help of medication.

When a regular eye exam alone can not distinguish the normal eye from one with PRA, Dr. Petersen - Jones says an ERG can be useful in assessing the function of the retina.

Due to the extremely variable age of onset, regular annual eye exams of all breeding stock are critical and HSF4 testing should be standard practice.

Since the test for prcd - PRA can only reveal the existence of affected or carrier status of this one form of PRA, breeders and owners of the breed should still have regular eye exams by veterinary ophthalmologists.

And while health insurance covers costs associated with eye diseases or accidents, you'll need a vision plan if you want to share the costs of regular maintenance, like eye exams, glasses and contacts.