5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Prevent Blindness has declared June as Cataract Month to provide free educational resources on cataracts.

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  The organization offers fact sheets, social media graphics, videos, and financial assistance listings in English and Spanish.

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  Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide and vision loss in the United States, especially in those over 80.

• 4

  Cataract surgery is common, involving the removal of the cloudy lens and replacement with an intraocular lens.

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  Prevent Blindness encourages proactive eye health management, including regular check-ups and discussions about cataract risks.