Bill > HR113

This resolution recognizes April 26, 2025, as "Diabetic Eye Screening Day" in Pennsylvania, highlighting the critical importance of early detection and treatment of diabetic retinopathy, a serious eye condition affecting people with diabetes. The resolution notes that diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness among working-age Americans, with over 26% of people with diabetes (9.6 million individuals) affected in 2021. It explains that high blood sugar levels can damage the retina, causing fluid and blood leakage and abnormal blood vessel growth, which can lead to irreversible vision loss if not detected early. The resolution emphasizes that early detection through diabetic eye evaluations and proper treatment can help individuals retain their vision, and it commends ophthalmologists across Pennsylvania who will be hosting free diabetic eye screenings on the designated day to raise awareness about the importance of regular eye examinations for people with diabetes.