04/30/2026
Women and Eye Health Risks:
Most women understand how important it is to visit the doctor regularly so they can stay healthy and feel their best. However, many don't realize this means having their eyes checked as well. This is especially important for women since they are more likely than men to suffer from eye-related diseases and conditions such as:
Cataract
Glaucoma
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)
Two out of every three people living with blindness or vision problems are women, according to the National Eye Institute. To bring awareness to a woman’s heightened risk, April has been declared Women’s Eye Health and Safety Month.
This month, make your eyes a priority and schedule your eye exam.