Over 50% of people over the age of 60 suffer from cataracts

People with diabetes have higher risk of developing cataracts

Cataract is easily and safely removed during surgery in just minutes

Glaucoma is the second leading cause of blindness in the world

Glaucoma often begins with loss of peripheral vision, unnoticed by patients – only competent doctor can detect glaucoma in early stages

Loss of vision due to glaucoma cannot be reversed by any procedure

Regular checkups by a trained specialist can prevent glaucoma 10 years before it develops

People of Eastern European ancestry are genetically predisposed to the rare form of glaucoma, called exfoliation

Exfoliation can be an early warning sign of heart disease and stroke