Reviewed By: Alexandria Rawls, OD
Have you ever thought that your blurry vision might be trying to tell you something more?
What Can a Senior Eye Exam Tell You About Your Health?

Reviewed By: Alexandria Rawls, OD
Have you ever thought that your blurry vision might be trying to tell you something more?
Reviewed By: Dr. Mari Holderby, OD.
Have you ever paused to think about how much your vision impacts your daily life?ย
Reviewed By: Dr. Christine Bui, OD
Your eyesight is one of your most important senses, yet many people neglect regular eye check-ups. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that about 12 million Americans aged 40 and older experience vision impairment, with 1 million of them being completely blind. Statistics show that nearly 75% of adults in the U.S. use some form of vision correction, but many still don’t visit their optometrist regularly.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Regular comprehensive eye exams are an easy and effective way to promote clear, crisp vision and prevent vision loss throughout your lifetime. Many eye problems produce no symptoms in the beginning, as they stealthily damage vision. In some cases, this damage is irreversible, so discovering problems before they impact vision is of utmost importance.
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
Age-related eye diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma, are the primary causes of vision impairment and blindness in the United States. However, vision loss also intersects with medication safety. Access to clear prescription informationโlabels, usage instructions, and dosage detailsโmatters for proper medication management. Unfortunately, many seniors with impaired vision struggle to access these essential instructions.ย
Reviewed By: Vinay Gutti, MD
The eyes are the window to our overall health, especially as we age. That’s why regular eye exams are essential for seniors, even if they have no current vision problems or symptoms. Senior eye exams can help detect and prevent serious eye diseases that could lead to vision loss or blindness.
Reviewed By: Scott R. Wehrly, MD
There is one shared fact that all expert eye specialists can agree that regular eye exams for seniors are the best way to maintain optimal eye health.