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Diabetic Eye Disease: Are You at Risk?

Diabetic Retinopathy is the number one cause of blindness in the developed world. Treatments can arrest its progression but not restore lost vision. Diabetes also increases your risk of having glaucoma, cataracts and other serious eye problems. Learn more about these diabetes-related diseases and what you can do to protect your vision. Come to a free presentation by board-certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Eric Shnayder of Kinnelon, on Wednesday, November 6th at 10am at Chilton Hospital's Collins Pavilion.

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