Prevent & Monitor
Vision Care
Protect the sense you rely on most
This is general education, not medical advice. Everyone is different, so always talk with your own doctor before making changes to your health, activity, or medications.
Vision often changes with age, and some serious eye conditions develop without early symptoms. Regular eye exams catch problems early, when they are most treatable, and help keep you reading, driving, and living independently.
What you can do
- Have a full eye exam on the schedule your eye doctor advises
- Wear sunglasses that block UV light outdoors
- Keep good lighting at home and reduce glare
- Manage blood pressure and blood sugar, which affect the eyes
Watch and learn
Mayo Clinic Minute: 3 tips for healthy eyes
Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic Minute: Blurry vision as you age
Mayo ClinicMayo Clinic Minute: Protecting your eyesight from Glaucoma
Mayo ClinicAging Eye Explained: Vision Changes, Cataracts and Glaucoma
Mayo ClinicQuestions to ask your doctor
- How often should I have my eyes examined?
- Am I at risk for glaucoma, cataracts, or macular changes?
- Could my medications affect my vision?
When to call your doctor
- Sudden vision loss, flashes, or a curtain across your sight
- New floaters, double vision, or eye pain, which need prompt care
