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The American Society of Retina Specialists is the largest retinal organization in the world, represen

06/03/2026

When Joe's vision became blurry from diabetic macular edema (DME), he worried about missing some of life's biggest moments—including cheering on his favorite Chicago sports teams.

With expert care from retina specialists, a personalized treatment plan, and a renewed commitment to his health, Joe was able to regain nearly perfect vision and focus on the future.

Read Joe's inspiring story and learn why timely care from a retina specialist can make all the difference: www.asrs.org/patients/patient-stories/joe-ignatius

05/30/2026

As Healthy Vision Month comes to a close, we hope you learned more about how healthy retinas make healthy vision possible.

ASRS offers a wide range of trusted resources for people with retinal conditions, as well as their friends and loved ones.

Visit SeeforaLifetime.org to explore patient guides, videos, fact sheets, patient stories, and additional resources designed to help you better understand retinal disease and when to contact a retina specialist to protect your sight.

Share these trusted resources with friends and family to help support healthy vision for a lifetime.

05/28/2026

After sudden vision loss during pregnancy left her nearly blind, Kristin feared she might never see again. A retina specialist’s swift, carefully planned surgery restored her sight and protected both her and her unborn child.

Some vision changes during pregnancy can signal serious retinal conditions that require urgent evaluation. Don’t ignore flashes, floaters, blurred vision, or sudden vision loss.

Read Kristin’s full story and learn more about pregnancy and retina health: SeeforaLifetime.org/patientstories.

05/27/2026

Did you know?

Healthy habits that support your overall wellness can also help protect your retinas and preserve healthy vision.

Managing blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol, staying active, eating nutritious foods, and avoiding smoking all play a role in retina health.

Explore ASRS’s Healthy Habits for Healthy Vision patient guide:
SeeforaLifetime.org/patient-guides

05/22/2026

During , download and print the Preparing for Your Retina Appointment Guide. The guide includes information on what to expect during your appointment with your retina specialist, what to bring, and other helpful tips. It also provides a list of questions you may want to ask your retina specialist to better understand and care for your retinal condition.

Access the guide in English and Spanish at SeeforaLifetime.org/Resources.

05/18/2026

Pregnancy can bring many changes, including changes that may affect vision.

You can take steps to help protect your retina health during pregnancy:

• Keep blood sugar under control
• Monitor blood pressure
• Attend recommended eye exams
• Report vision changes right away

Small steps can make a big difference in protecting your sight.

Learn more at SeeforaLifetime.org

05/14/2026

Healthy Vision Month is the perfect time to learn more about the retina and the important role it plays in sight.

The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that sends visual signals to the brain, allowing you to see the world around you.

Retina specialists diagnose and treat diseases of the retina that can threaten vision and even cause blindness if left untreated.

Watch our “What Is the Retina?” video to learn more.
SeeforaLifetime.org

05/12/2026

Most vision changes during pregnancy are temporary. However, some may be signs of serious retinal disease that require prompt care from a retina specialist.

Who is at risk?

Retinal conditions during pregnancy are more likely if you have:

• Diabetes
• High blood pressure or preeclampsia
• A history of retinal disease
• Rapid changes in blood sugar

Even healthy pregnancies can come with unexpected vision changes, so new symptoms should always be evaluated.

Learn more at SeeforaLifetime.org

05/10/2026

This Mother’s Day, we are honored to share Kristin’s story.

During pregnancy, complications from diabetic retinopathy caused sudden bleeding in both of Kristin’s eyes, leaving her unable to see.

With urgent care from a retina specialist, including surgery performed during pregnancy, her vision was restored.

Her story is a powerful reminder that vision changes during pregnancy should never be ignored and that prompt care can help protect sight.

Read and share Kristin’s story today: SeeforaLifetime.org/patient-stories

05/08/2026

Pregnancy can bring many changes — including changes in vision that should never be ignored.

Our new Understanding Retina Health During Pregnancy patient guide explains how pregnancy can affect the retina, warning signs to watch for, and when to seek expert care from a retina specialist.

Download the free guide at ASRS.org/patient-guides.

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