May is Healthy Vision Month
We are addressing barriers to access and advancing health equity.
Events for Healthy Vision Month
Living well with diabetes by taking charge of eye health
During this month, we are, address barriers, Access resources, Manage Eye Health
It's time to take the next steps for your vision
What’s My Risk?
Help prevent vision loss with regular eye exams and by knowing your risk for diabetes.
Diabetes and Eye Health
Learn more about diabetes-related eye diseases.
Meet our Champions
Become a Champion
Diabetes-related eye disease is more than diagnosis and treatment. It is about knowing how to manage your diabetes and your eye health. Just like you, our champions overcome limitations every day.
Calculate Your Risk for Diabetic Retinopathy
Vision loss due to diabetes can be prevented with early detection, timely treatment, and preventive lifestyle changes. With this free RetinaRisk™ calculator, you can better understand the risk factors, calculate your risk, and learn simple steps you can take to prevent vision loss.
It's easy to take your eyesight for granted.
Diabetes is the leading cause of vision loss in people 18–64 years old. And there are no obvious signs or symptoms. But the great news is an annual routine eye exam could prevent 95% of vision loss caused by diabetes.
Focus on Diabetes™ is a multi-year initiative that brings together the American Diabetes Association and Visionary Partners from leading organizations in vision care to increase awareness about diabetes and eye health.
Learn more About Focus on Diabetes
Get Smart About Eye Health
Vision loss is preventable with early detection, timely treatment and appropriate follow-up care.
Find Your Eye Care Professional
- American Academy of Ophthalmology
- American Optometric Association
- American Society of Retina Specialists
American Diabetes Association does not endorse any product or service.
Visionary Partners
Connect with us on Facebook
Join our Facebook group and get information on eye health and diabetes.