04/15/2026
Women face a higher risk for several eye conditions, including dry eye disease, cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration.
In fact, the American Academy of Ophthalmology notes that nearly two-thirds of people living with vision impairment worldwide are women. Factors such as hormonal changes, autoimmune disease and longer life expectancy may contribute to this increased risk.
Regular comprehensive eye exams play an important role in detecting eye conditions early and helping protect long-term vision.
If it’s been a while since your last exam, April is a great time to schedule one.