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Glaucoma Study Shows Higher Prevalence than Previous Estimates

More than 4 million U.S. adults have glaucoma, and about 35% have related vision loss. Both total glaucoma and vision-affecting glaucoma vary by demographic factors.

Glaucoma Facts and Stats

Glaucoma is a very misunderstood disease. Often, people don’t realize the severity or who is affected.

Hispanic Americans and Latinos at Increased Glaucoma Risk

A study conducted by a group researchers indicated that open-angle glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness among Hispanics over 40 years of age.

Glaucoma Worldwide: A Growing Concern

The worldwide prevalence of glaucoma is increasing. This is due in part to the rapidly aging population.

How to Know If You’re at Risk for Glaucoma

One way to help prevent vision loss from glaucoma is to make sure you get regular eye examinations. Early diagnosis and treatment is critical to preserving sight.

African Americans and Glaucoma

After cataracts, glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in African Americans. Half of those with glaucoma don’t know they have it.

Glaucoma In Asian Populations

East Asians experience the highest rate of blindness in the world from one of the two most common types of glaucoma.

Understanding Who is at High Risk of Having Glaucoma

Nearly half of those with glaucoma do not know they have the disease. This has been shown repeatedly in studies conducted in developed countries.