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Can You Prevent Glaucoma? 3 Things to Start Doing Now

March 12, 2018

Glaucoma is frightening because it doesn't often cause symptoms. Learn about your risk factors and how to prevent glaucoma at UPMC.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health, Family Health, Living and Wellness

Tagged with: eye health, glaucoma, glaucoma prevention, glaucoma risk factors
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Recognize Common Health Concerns in Seniors Early

June 28, 2015

Falls, incontinence, arthritis, and vision problems are common health concerns for seniors. Recognize signs early to manage these conditions.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

Categorized as: Family Health

Tagged with: arthritis, dementia, elderly, falls, glaucoma, incontinence, macular degeneration, medical mondays, osteoarthritis, seniors
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Diabetic Retinopathy: A Leading Cause of Blindness

June 20, 2015

Following glaucoma and macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy is one of the leading causes of blindness in the United States. Learn about this disease.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: Alexander Anetakis, blindness, diabetes, diabetic retinopathy, eye exams, glaucoma, macular degeneration, macular edema, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, UPMC Eye Center
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Seeing is Believing: Consider Laser Vision Correction

March 2, 2015

Laser Vision Correction may help eliminate the need for contact lenses or glasses. Learn more about the procedure and find out if you are a candidate.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: astigmatism, cataracts, Center for Integrative Eye Care, glaucoma, K. Dhaliwal, laser vision correction, lasik, nearsightedness, Pittsburgh, UPMC Eye Center 's Laser Vision Center
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Age-Related Vision Changes

September 13, 2014

Age-related vision problems are common, but the good news is they all have treatment options. Learn more about the risks associated with age and your eyes.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: age-related macular degeneration, Andrew Eller, blueberries, broccoli, cataracts, eye disease, eye floaters, glaucoma, macular degeneration, Presbyopia, UPMC Eye Center
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6 Glaucoma Risk Factors to Know

March 9, 2014

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness today. Learn more about glaucoma, its risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: blindness, eye exam, glaucoma, Glaucoma Research Foundation, Joel S Schuman MD, Kimberly Miller MD, ocular pressure, video, World Glaucoma Week
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The Importance of Eye Exams

February 27, 2014

Learn more about the importance of eye exams and what to expect during your visit with the eye doctor.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Eye Center

Categorized as: Eye Health

Tagged with: cataracts, diabetes, eye doctor, eye exam, glaucoma, macular degeneration, optometrist, retina, Scott Drexler DO, UPMC Eye Center, vision