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Insights and Advice from EyeCare360

80% of all vision loss is preventable!

14/02/2026

Unlocking the Power of Prevention: Defying the Odds Against Vision Loss In healthcare, there’s a profound truth that often goes unnoticed—the majority of vision loss is preventable. An astounding 80%! Let’s look into this fact and understand how the journey to preserving eyesight begins with proactive choices. The Alarming Reality: A Call to Action Vision…

Cataract – What exactly is a cataract?

21/02/2026

If you think a cataract is a film that grows over your eyes, you are not alone! Many people think this is a cataract. However, a cataract is something that grows IN your eyes! Our eyes are nature’s camera, and they have a lens inside to focus on all the many things that we look…

Understanding Glaucoma: The Silent Thief of Sight

28/02/2026

Glaucoma has been called the thief of sight as it seems to rob you of your vision, but did you know that it changes your vision 5 years before you even notice? Read on to learn about this possible devastating eye disease. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause someone to lose….

Diabetes – It’s more than sugar!

09/03/2026

Have you been told you have diabetes? Did the news shock you? Many people get told they have diabetes before they even know they have a problem! Let’s look at some early signs and what we need to do to manage this disease. Some signs that happen in early diabetes are: Drinking more water Going…

Eye Trauma: Protect Your Vision Before It’s Too Late!

17/03/2026

Eye trauma is one of the leading causes of vision loss in Trinidad & Tobago, but many injuries are preventable. Simple measures like wearing protective eyewear and practicing safe habits at work, home, and during sports can protect your vision. Early care is essential to avoid permanent damage.