Common Eye Diseases
Here are examples of the impact on vision of three common eye diseases that impact Canadians.
The Workplace Cost of Eye Disease
Millions of Canadians are at risk of developing a serious eye disease like diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), or glaucoma. Many of these individuals are in the workplace. If serious eye diseases go unnoticed until advanced stages, there will be a significant impact on the workplace. Early detection can prevent over 90% of vision loss in Canada, reducing the impact of eye disease, and avoiding costs for insurers and plan sponsors.
Eye disease will have a major impact on a patient’s quality of life, particularly if not detected and treated at the early stages of disease.
Here are some examples:
- Early or mild diabetic retinopathy, AMD and glaucoma have a similar impact on quality of life to moderate angina or a moderate heart attack.
- Moderate stages of eye disease have a similar impact to breast cancer with chemotherapy, and kidney disease with a transplant.
- Advanced or severe stages of eye disease have a similar impact on quality of life to severe angina, a severe heart attack or a major stroke.
Treatment Pathways For Eye Disease
An estimated 8 million Canadians have an eye disease that can lead to vision loss, including diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and glaucoma. These conditions often remain symptom-free until they reach an advanced stage, making treatment more complex and costly. Preventative care results in an earlier diagnosis, fewer interventions, and lower costs compared to catching a disease at an advanced stage.
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