Stepping On Singapore
新加坡逐步前行计划
(For Healthcare Professionals only)
Step out with confidence & prevent falls 自信出行, 预防跌倒
Falls Prevention Tips
Regular Eye Check-Ups
When was the last time you had your vision checked? Do you have any of the signs and symptoms listed below? You are highly recommended to have a regular eye check-ups (at least once every two years) with an eye specialist or optometrist.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is often caused by high intraocular pressure, a result of a blockage in the eye's drainage system. It affects the optic nerve connecting the eye to the brain. Early detection and treatment can prevent vision loss in most cases.
This image gives an impression of what someone with glaucoma may see.
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy occurs when the tiny blood vessels inside the retina at the back of the eye are damaged as a result of diabetes.
This image gives an impression of what someone with diabetic retinopathy may see.
Cataract
Cataract is one of the leading causes of vision impairment and one of the most common eye diseases in older adults. It is a clouding of the clear lens in the eye
This image gives an impression of what someone with cataracts may see.
BIFOCALS & MULTIFOCALS
Bifocals are good for seeing long and short distances at the same time. However, they make step edges, paving edges, gutters and stairs inside and outside, difficult to see. Be careful and learn to adjust your head to see things. When you are at indoors, it may be satisfactory to take bifocals off when going up steps or stairs.
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