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Reduce vision loss from untreated cataracts — V‑06

Status: Baseline only

  
Baseline only
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Most Recent Data:
64.9 per 1,000 adults (2023) *

Target:
53.6 per 1,000 1  *

Desired Direction:
Decrease desired

Baseline:
64.9 per 1,000 adults aged 65 years and over had visual impairment due to untreated cataracts in 2023 2 *

*  Age adjusted to the year 2000 standard population.

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Reduce visual impairment due to untreated cataracts

Target-Setting Method
Minimal statistical significance

Data Source:  National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), CDC/NCHS

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Summary

Cataracts are very common in older adults. Over time, cataracts can cause vision loss and make it harder for people to do everyday activities. Encouraging older adults to get regular dilated eye exams, raising awareness about cataracts and treatment options, and reducing risk factors can help reduce vision loss from cataracts.

Topic:  Sensory or Communication Disorders

Workgroup: Vision Workgroup

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1. Target has been revised. See Data Methodology and Measurement for more information.

2. Baseline has been revised. See Data Methodology and Measurement for more information.