NEHEP Programs
Diabetic Eye Disease
This program is designed to increase awareness about diabetic eye disease and the need for people with diabetes to have a comprehensive dilated eye exam at least once a year to help prevent vision loss and blindness.
Key Target Audiences: All people with diabetes, especially those at higher risk, including older adults, African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos and American Indians/Alaska Natives.
Key Program Messages:
- People with diabetes need a comprehensive dilated eye examination at least once a year.
- Early detection, timely treatment, and appropriate follow-up may prevent vision loss or blindness.
Outreach Opportunities
- Educational Resources
- Community Activity Ideas
- Diabetes Focus Group Findings PDF*
- Health Observances
- Diabetes and Health Eyes Toolkit for Community Health Workers
- Social Media Messages
Additional Resources and Materials
Join health professionals, public health educators, and community organizations in raising awareness about diabetic eye disease by using the resources below.
![couple](images/diabetes_couple.png)
Materials for Patients and the Public
Share and distribute information to people with diabetes about how they can protect their vision.
![doctor and patient](images/diabetes_interaction.png)
For Health Professionals and Community Educators
Educate people with diabetes about diabetic eye disease with the use of these resources in your clinic or other community settings.
![Diabeteic eye disease simulation](images/diabetes_sim.png)
Audiovisuals and Graphics
Radio and print public service announcements, simulations and podcasts can be used for educational purposes in a variety of outlets. Our resources are not copyrighted and may be reproduced without permission.
![diabetes website](images/diabetes_website.png)
Diabetic Eye Disease Education Website
This website provides a consumer-friendly forum where people can learn important information about early detection, timely treatment, and follow-up care for diabetic eye disease. Available in English and Spanish.
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![NIH, the National Institutes of Health](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130214213400im_/http://www.nei.nih.gov/images/logos/nihsmall.gif)
![USA.gov](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20130214213400im_/http://www.nei.nih.gov/images/logos/usagov.jpg)