The 2020 Weston Lecture: David Sinclair, PhD
“Seeing the Future: Longevity Research and Glaucoma” was the topic of the 2020 Weston Family Lecture presented virtually on October 27, 2020.
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This is the place for the latest information about our work here at Glaucoma Research Foundation and for current events in the world of eye health. All breakthroughs and insights are made possible through the dedication of researchers, and through the continued financial support and active involvement of the community.
This is the place for the latest information about our work here at Glaucoma Research Foundation and for current events in the world of eye health. All breakthroughs and insights are made possible through the dedication of researchers, and through the continued financial support and active involvement of the community.
“Seeing the Future: Longevity Research and Glaucoma” was the topic of the 2020 Weston Family Lecture presented virtually on October 27, 2020.
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Glaucoma specialists answer questions about medications and surgery, diet and exercise, marijuana and other alternative treatments, correlations with other chronic health conditions, and more.
A glaucoma specialist answers questions about what to expect on your next eye doctor visit during the coronavirus pandemic.
Findings from survey of more than 1,000 Americans suggest one-third lacked confidence that their disease was well-managed during early phase of lockdowns.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, statewide shutdowns impacted regularly scheduled eye exams and access to prescription medications, prompting broader concerns about health and safety.
There are many unapproved treatments that are promoted on the internet and elsewhere, including marijuana/cannabidiol (CBD), stem cells, herbal medicines, and nutritional supplements.
Tele-glaucoma can improve access to care, it can help with disease detection and monitoring, and it can help with ongoing glaucoma management.
“This is an excellent book that I give to my newly diagnosed glaucoma patients. It answers a lot of questions in clear wording that really helps!” …
Childhood glaucoma occurs in one out of every 10,000 births in the United States. In most cases, childhood glaucoma is diagnosed by the age of six months, with 80% diagnosed in the first year of life.
Terri Pickering, MD is a glaucoma specialist at Glaucoma Center of San Francisco and clinical instructor at California Pacific Medical Center.
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