The frequency of eye exams among insured patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes in the United States is "alarmingly low," new research indicates. Findings from an analysis of nationwide IBM Watson ...

While eye care and regular eye exams are important for everyone, they're particularly vital for people with diabetes.

If you have diabetes, you should already be aware of the danger of diabetic retinopathy. This unfortunately common complication can lead to eyesight issues and, in extreme cases, even blindness. It ...

Question: I know that diabetes can take a real toll on your body, but I didn’t know that it includes your eyes. How are they ...

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- Your eyes can be the key to a diabetes diagnosis. University of Houston's free Diabetes Wellness Day screening today will include a look at the retina to determine whether ...

Here’s another little tidbit about me: I may be one of the only people who prefers going to the dentist to getting an eye exam. Weird, I know, but I have my reasons. For one, my teeth are pretty ...

Diabetes among young people has been increasing at an alarming rate over the past decade. A study from the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases published this year showed ...

Background: This study was performed to assess the prevalence of dry eye syndrome and diabetic retinopathy (DR) in type 2 diabetic patients and their contributing factors. Methods: 199 type 2 diabetic ...

Three out of every 5 patients with Type 2 diabetes suffer from at least one significant complication of the disease, such as heart disease, stroke, eye damage, chronic kidney disease or foot problems ...