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  • An eye doctor examining a patient's eyes for geographic atrophy
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    What is Geographic Atrophy?

    Learn about the advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration, called geographic atrophy.

    Wednesday, April 5, 2017
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    Nutrition for Healthy Eyes

    Dr. Ward Bond, who regularly appears in the media and before public audiences, discusses the vital role of nutrition in reducing the risk and progression of age-related diseases such as macular degeneration and glaucoma.

    Wednesday, March 29, 2017
  • Man taking his blood pressure and recording the results.
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    Blood Pressure and Glaucoma

    The relationship between blood pressure and glaucoma risk is complicated. Learn why both high and low blood pressure may increase the risk for this eye disease.

    Monday, March 27, 2017
  • Daugher caring for her father
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    Developing a Dementia Care Plan

    Learn why a dementia care plan is so valuable for caregivers and understand how to create one.

    Monday, March 27, 2017

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