May 13, 2025
June is Cataract Awareness Month!
Cataract is the clouding of the eye lens that blocks or changes light's passage into the eye. It's very common and occurs in age.
Here are six facts about cataracts:
- Age is the strongest correlation in developing cataract.
- Diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and malnutrition can increase the risk of cataract.
- Cataract surgery is one of the most perfected surgeries in the world.
- Avoiding UV rays, decreasing consumption of alcohol and quitting smoking can decrease your risk of getting cataract.
- Babies can be born with cataract.
- Cataract cannot spread from eye to eye.
Schedule your annual eye wellness exam at the Camas Center Clininc today!