Preventative eye care is important for everyone. Certain eye conditions and diseases can strike at any time in life, destroying healthy vision. Eye Exams with an Ophthalmologist or Optometrist can help protect your vision and the vision of your family. Many eye diseases have no symptoms, making regular exams important for detecting and treating problems early on.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) now recommends adults with no symptoms or risk factors of eye disease have a baseline screening at age 40, a time when early signs of disease may be present.

To learn more about Disease & Conditions, visit EyeCare America, an educational site created by the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.