The aim is to assess the impact of tobacco and healthcare equity on age-related macular degeneration and vision impairment in Japan.
Analyzed 30-year population data from Japan
Examined national and prefecture-level statistics
Assessed the relationship between tobacco control and vision impairment
Tobacco control is linked to reduced AMD-related vision impairment
Healthcare equity contributes to lower vision loss burden
Findings guide prevention strategies for aging societies
Abstract
Translating 30-year population data, this study shows that tobacco control and healthcare equity reduce AMD-related vision impairment burden, informing vision loss prevention in aging societies.