Healthy Vision Month Resources from CDC

Healthy Vision Month Resources from CDC

May is Healthy Vision Month. Many vision problems and eye diseases can be treated if caught early. The first step is getting a complete eye exam. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is offering information on how to keep your eyes healthy for both the general public and public health professionals.

You can learn more about eye exams and steps you can take to protect your eyesight through these CDC resources:

• A feature article that includes tips for keeping eyes healthy, including having regular eye exams. It can be read online in English or Spanish.
• A podcast on why it is important to get regular eye exams. It will be available May 24 on CDC's podcast page.
• An announcement in MMWR, a weekly CDC report of useful public health information and recommendations.
• A Web site from CDC's Vision Health Initiative dedicated to providing information on eye diseases and on how to protect your eyesight. The Web site also offers data on vision and eye health in 20 states, and the economic impact of vision loss.

To learn more about controlling health complications from diabetes and preventing type 2 diabetes, visit the CDC's Diabetes homepage at www.cdc.gov/diabetes/.