Manténer tus Ojos Saludables-Manténer tus Ojos Saludables

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Today's webinar by the Eye Health Equity Initiative, supported by the American Diabetes Association and Genentech, focused on preserving eye health for people with diabetes. It highlighted the high rates of diabetes in the U.S., emphasizing the severe risk it poses for vision loss. The session underlined the necessity of annual comprehensive eye exams to catch issues like diabetic retinopathy and macular edema early, often before symptoms appear, as illustrated by Elena's story. Participants were encouraged to use ADA online tools to become community advocates for eye health. The webinar also provided strategies for overcoming barriers to receiving eye care, such as cost, transportation, and fear. Resources included the ADA Community Connection site for locating care providers and financial support, as well as an extensive toolkit with educational materials and support programs. Attendees were urged to make an eye health commitment and share this newfound knowledge to promote equity in eye care.

Keywords

Eye Health Equity

Diabetes

Vision Loss

Comprehensive Eye Exams

Diabetic Retinopathy

Community Advocacy

Eye Care Barriers