Cataracts are the leading cause of blindness worldwide and in the United States, with an estimated 20-30 million Americans who have been diagnosed with cataracts, according to the National Institutes of Health.

Advancements and new technology in health care would not be possible or viable without dedicated personnel who carry out research to find new cures, medicine, equipment, and surgical procedures in making life better for millions of patients.

Vision and hearing heath are crucial to mission readiness and success, both on and off duty.

Vision and hearing injuries can both be sustained due to traumatic brain injury, even mild TBI.

Millions will witness a rare total solar eclipse over North America on April 8. Defense health officials emphasize enjoying the moment with precautions to protect your eye health.

Find out about age-related macular degeneration signs, diagnosis, and treatments for the number one cause of age-related vision loss.

A New Year’s Resolution for All: Protect Your Eyesight with Regular Eye Exams

Introduction to the Vision Center of Excellence, Defense Veteran Eye Injury Vision Registry.

There are nearly 2,000 eye injuries occurring in the U.S. each day, and almost all these injuries can be prevented, according to the Defense Health Agency’s Vision Center of Excellence.

Myopia, otherwise known as nearsightedness, is the leading cause of visual impairment in children worldwide, according to the National Institutes of Health.

DOD/VA hearing and vision injury databases help researchers advance health for service members and vets.

People with low vision can regain or maintain their independence and quality of life through low vision services.