
THREE PREVALENT EYE HEALTH CONDITIONS:
> 6 million Americans have AMD and 13-15 million are pre-symptomatic of the disease
> The number of cases is projected to double in the next decade
> There is an increased risk for those over 55 who smoke
> More than 2 million Boomers have Glaucoma
> Another 2 million have the disease but don't know it
> Glaucoma limits peripheral vision leading to increased falls
> Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among African Americans and Hispanics
> 22.3 million Baby Boomers have cataracts, a leading cause of blindness worldwide
> Sunlight exposure plays a major role in cataract development
> Surgery can eliminate cataracts, but preventative methods, including antioxidant intake, proper nutrition, and early detection can limit this need