02/18/2026
February is National Heart Month. A healthy heart supports a healthy body, including your eyes.👁
Your heart pumps blood to structures like the retina and optic nerve. Conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes don’t just affect your heart, they can also increase the risk of vision problems like hypertensive retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions, and even vision loss.
This month, take care of your heart by:
• Monitoring blood pressure & cholesterol
• Staying active
• Eating heart-healthy foods
• Scheduling regular checkups