Cataracts

Blood sugar levels test (Photo: www.eyeqindia.com) The Ophthalmological Society of South Africa has raised concern over the increasing number of people in their 30s and 40s developing Type 2 diabetes, which heightens the risk of cataracts. Society representative Mpopi Lenake said research shows lifestyle factors such as obesity, smoking, long-term exposure to ultraviolet rays without sunglasses, and poor diets are driving the trend. Separately, renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Helena Ndume echoed […]