February is Age Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month
February 6, 2023
Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness among older Americans, but new treatments have dramatically changed the course of this disease over the last 10 years, making AMD more manageable than ever before.
Causes:
- Smoking
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
Prevention:
Early Detection can slow it down
Taking Supplements of Vitamins C and E, Lutein, Zinc and Copper
During AMD Awareness Month in February, Feeser Eyecare is reminding people that early detection is a critical first step.
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