Glaucoma Articles

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.

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How Can I Find A Glaucoma Specialist?

How Can I Find A Glaucoma Specialist?

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Learn about the difference between a general ophthalmologist and a glaucoma specialist. Patients are typically referred to a glaucoma specialist by their general ophthalmologist or optometrist.
How New Contact Lens Tech Is Transforming Glaucoma Care

How New Contact Lens Tech is Transforming Glaucoma Care

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The future of glaucoma care is taking shape now. New contact lens technologies could make it easier for patients to comply with their medication plans and monitor changes in their eye pressure.
Aphakic Glaucoma Or Secondary Glaucoma Following Cataract Surgery

Aphakic Glaucoma or Secondary Glaucoma Following Cataract Surgery

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Aphakic Glaucoma is a form of secondary glaucoma that frequently follows cataract surgery in infants and children.
Catalyst For A Cure: 2025 Research Progress Report

Catalyst for a Cure: 2025 Research Progress Report

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Glaucoma Research Foundation is currently funding two multi-year Catalyst for a Cure research teams.
Restoring Peripheral Vision To Glaucoma Patients With Prism Glasses

Restoring Peripheral Vision to Glaucoma Patients with Prism Glasses

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Prism glasses are part of a growing field of vision rehabilitation that focuses on living better with the vision you have.
Easier Glaucoma Diagnosis With Smartphone Apps And Artificial Intelligence

Easier Glaucoma Diagnosis with Smartphone Apps and Artificial Intelligence

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Researchers are working on some amazing things that artificial intelligence (AI) can do for glaucoma sufferers, especially in the areas of diagnosis and disease management.
Daria Barry: Translating Discovery Into Care With Transformational Gift

Daria Barry: Translating Discovery into Care with Transformational Gift

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Daria Barry’s passion for accelerating treatments is fueled by her compassion for others who share the challenges of life with glaucoma.
Can I Have Laser Vision Correction?

Can I Have Laser Vision Correction?

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Although it is rare to develop glaucoma as a result of LASIK, those who are at risk of developing glaucoma or already have glaucoma require special considerations before, during, and after refractive surgery.
What Is Charles Bonnet Syndrome?

What is Charles Bonnet Syndrome?

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This article provides information about Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS), a condition in which patients with significant vision loss experience visual hallucinations.
Nutrition And Glaucoma

Nutrition and Glaucoma

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Research indicates that unhealthy lifestyle choices, especially poor dietary habits, can significantly affect health. Maintaining proper nutrition can help prevent and slow the progress of some health conditions.
Auxiliares Para Gotas Oftalmicas

Auxiliares para gotas oftalmicas

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En este artículo, revisamos los beneficios y las limitaciones de 4 dispositivos diferentes creados para facilitar la administración de las gotas oftálmicas.
Gotas Oftálmicas Sin Conservantes Para El Glaucoma

Gotas oftálmicas sin conservantes para el glaucoma

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Los medicamentos para el glaucoma que no contienen conservantes pueden reducir significativamente los síntomas de la enfermedad de la superficie ocular en algunos pacientes.
Glaucoma Facts And Stats

Glaucoma Facts and Stats

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Glaucoma is often misunderstood, with many people unaware of its severity or who it affects.
Will Glaucoma Make Me Blind?

Will Glaucoma Make Me Blind?

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Understanding the risks and treatments for the “silent thief of sight.”
What Is Assistive Technology?

What Is Assistive Technology?

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Assistive devices and technology can help people with low vision and vision loss to participate in daily activities.
Contemporary Eye Drop Aids

Contemporary Eye Drop Aids

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In this article, we review the benefits and limitations of 4 different devices created to make the delivery of eye drops easier.
Researcher Spotlight: Myoungsup Sim, Phd

Researcher Spotlight: Myoungsup Sim, PhD

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The Shaffer Prize recognizes a researcher whose project best exemplifies the pursuit of innovative ideas in the quest to better understand and cure glaucoma.
Preservative-Free Eye Drops For Glaucoma

Preservative-Free Eye Drops for Glaucoma

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Glaucoma medications that are free of preservatives may significantly reduce symptoms of ocular surface disease for some patients.
Donor Spotlight: Arlene Anthony And Tom Bradshaw

Donor Spotlight: Arlene Anthony and Tom Bradshaw

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A visionary partnership — Arlene Anthony’s lifelong fight to cure glaucoma.
Living Well With Glaucoma: Practical Tips To Improve Your Quality Of Life

Living Well with Glaucoma: Practical Tips to Improve Your Quality of Life

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Glaucoma, often known as the “silent thief of sight,” is a condition that can quietly impact your vision over time.
How To Lower Intraocular Eye Pressure

How to Lower Intraocular Eye Pressure

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Reducing IOP lowers the risk of further glaucoma damage, helping to slow or even halt the progression of the disease.
Glaucoma Study Shows Higher Prevalence Than Previous Estimates

Glaucoma Study Shows Higher Prevalence than Previous Estimates

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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.
Understanding Neuroprotection In Glaucoma

Understanding Neuroprotection in Glaucoma

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Neuroprotection represents a promising frontier in the treatment of glaucoma, offering hope and new avenues for preserving your sight.
Exploring The Latest Breakthroughs In Glaucoma Research

Exploring the Latest Breakthroughs in Glaucoma Research

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The future of glaucoma research holds immense promise. With each discovery we move closer to achieving more effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for glaucoma.
Glaucoma And Pregnancy: What Expectant Mothers Should Know

Glaucoma and Pregnancy: What Expectant Mothers Should Know

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Managing glaucoma during pregnancy requires careful planning and collaboration with healthcare providers.