Diabetes Dateline
Spring/Summer 2008

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Diabetic Retinopathy

A poster from the National Eye Institute (NEI) at the National Institutes of Health reminds people with diabetes of the importance of getting a dilated eye examination to monitor their eye health and diagnose diabetes-related eye disease, or diabetic retinopathy. The poster uses the acronym TRACK to remind readers to take their medication; reach and maintain a healthy weight; add exercise to their daily routine; control their blood glucose, also called blood sugar; and kick the smoking habit. The poster is illustrated with drawings of people exercising, getting eye exams, and being involved in other aspects of self care that can contribute to good eye health. Free copies of the poster are available from the NEI at 2020 Vision Place, Bethesda, MD 20892–3655, 301–496–5348.

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NIH Publication No. 08–4562
August 2008