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In the U.S., about 4.2 million adults over the age of 40 are either legally blind or suffer from impaired vision. Age-related eye disorders such as macular degeneration, cataract, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma are the leading causes of blindness and poor vision among Americans. “An important aspect of disease prevention is being aware of the condition, the risk factors, and understanding the preventive measures,’ says Dr. Sumathi Venkatesh, a health specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Ex tension Service. Many of these eye diseases can be detected early through annual comprehensive eye examinations allowing appropriate treatment to prevent vision loss and impairment. Being overweight or obese and having medical conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure may aggravate your risk for eye problems. If you have any of these risk factors, talk to your physician about managing your weight and health. Several eye diseases can be prevented through a healthy lifestyle and by using proper protective eye gear. The National Eye Institute recommends the following preventive measures to protect your eyes:
Read moreNew pool manager for the city pool in Eagle Lake, Angela Spencer, shares a lighthearted moment with her son, Leo Tellez, on the pool’s opening day. Citizen
Read moreFirst United Methodist Church invites you and your children to the Bicycle Rodeo and Back to School Bash on July 17, 2021, at 10 a.m., at their Family Life Center located at 419 Washington Street, Columbus, Texas. There will be lots to do and see, from free school supplies and hygiene products to door prizes, snow cones, and even a Pfizer vaccine (must be 12 years of age or older and accompanied by a parent to vaccinate).
Read moreLion Mark Anderson gave a presentation on the history of the Eagle Lake Lion’s Club and the Lion’s Club International. The Eagle Lake Lions Club meet every Thursday at 12:00 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Community Center. Courtesy
Read moreResidents of the Columbus Oaks Assisted Living sing patriotic songs with the Columbus Christian Senior Smiles team in celebration of July 4. The Smiles team visited all three of Columbus’ senior care facilities and their residents. Columbus Christian Women
Read moreThe Colorado County Wildlife Management Association (CCWMA) is pleased to announce the 2021 CCWMA Scholarship recipients. This year $16,500 of scholarship funds has been awarded to 8 recipients. They are Emma Garcia (Columbus High School), Jackson Beettner (Columbus High School), Kennedy Koehn (Weimar High School), Angel Sierra (Weimar High School), Allison Gallaher (Weimar High School),
Read moreThe Defense POW/ MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced today that Marine Corps Reserve Pfc. J.L. Hancock, 21, of McLean, Texas, killed during World War II, was accounted for on Feb. 17, 2021.
Read moreThe Lone Star FFA degree is the highest degree of membership the State FFA Association can award. FFA members must have received the Chapter degree, been an active FFA member for at least two years, complete at least four semesters of agricultural science in high school, maintain a supervised ag experience program, invest significant time and money in their SAE, demonstrate leadership skills and show a commitment to the FFA at the chapter level and above.
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