Glaucoma protection: What you need to know to prevent blindness
Dr. Andrea L. Fisher explains glaucoma risks and prevention in clear terms. The piece notes 2.7 million affected, half unaware, and highlights inherited risk, ethnicity factors, and the value of annual eye exams for early detection. It also covers proper use of glaucoma eye drops and family history importance.
Eye care role in stopping smoking gains evidence
Studies show optometrists can help patients quit smoking with counseling and referrals. In a American Academy of Optometry survey 193 patients were counseled and 14.4 percent stopped tobacco use, compared with 15 percent under primary care guidance.
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