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DIABETIC RETINOPATHY 

Through Diabetic Retinopathy, Diabetes is the number one cause of blindness among adults ages 20-74 in the West. Unlike some other forms of blindness, Diabetic Retinopathy can sometimes be avoided through careful regulation of blood sugar levels, adherence to a prescribed diet, and regular eye exams. 

To learn more about the diagnosis and prevention of Diabetes, and the prevention of Diabetic Retinopathy, check out the following sites:

• Diabetic Tutorial
• Complications: Your Eyes and Diabetic Retinopathy from the Canadian Diabetes Association.
• Diabetes and Diabetic Retinopathy from the World Health Organization.

If you already have severe retinopathy, you may also benefit from a trip to the New Vision grab bag.