Diabetes Can Cause Blindness w/ Heather Verry from Diabetes NZ: 1 November, 2023

Diabetes is the leading cause of preventable blindness in New Zealand, and less than 50% of Kiwis with diabetes are getting free regular eye checks. Diabetes can lead to deteriorated vision, and even complete blindness — with this happening overnight in certain cases. 

This month marks Diabetes Action Month. This month Diabetes New Zealand is focusing on raising awareness to make sure that the growing number of people suffering from diabetes do not have to endure further eye problems as well. 

To find out more, Arno spoke to Diabetes New Zealand CEO Heather Verry.