Eye Health

You may be familiar with the expression: knowledge is power. That’s true, but it’s what you do with that knowledge that makes a difference.

Diabetes is a complex disease resulting from the inability of the body to produce insulin, a hormone that takes sugar out of the blood and into cells where it can be used for energy.

There are many misconceptions about glaucoma that can leave you feeling confused or misinformed. We’ve debunked nine of the most common myths about this sight-stealing eye disease.

See well for a lifetime: here are some tips to maintain healthy vision as you age.

Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15.

Pediatric glaucoma occurs in babies and young children.

A good night’s sleep isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity for a healthy life. People with glaucoma need to consider where they lay their heads when it’s time for sleep.

National Doctors’ Day is March 30. GRF joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in reminding the public about the role eye doctors play in protecting vision and fighting blindness.

During these complex times, protecting your eyesight is more important than ever. Here are 6 tips for taking care of your eyes from glaucoma specialist Dr. Andrew Iwach.

COVID-19 remains a serious concern for everyone. But we know that, as a glaucoma patient, you are also worried about your vision. Your eye doctor is too!

Since glaucoma often strikes without symptoms and can cause significant vision loss, it’s critical to learn what you can do to protect your eyes.

“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!”

“I would say that the main takeaway point is to be an advocate for your care. From a patient view, you have to advocate for yourself.”

Experts say guarding your eyes — as well as your hands and mouth — can slow the spread of coronavirus.

Following the latest guidelines for preventing disease transmission through safe hygiene and social distancing is expected to slow and ultimately end the spread of COVID-19.

A glaucoma specialist shares her words of advice.

Although primary open-angle glaucoma is the most common type of glaucoma, there are many other types of eye disorders that fall under the spectrum of glaucoma.

What will your new doctor need to know to take over management and treatment of your glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a complex disease resulting from a mix of genetic and environmental factors. Family history is an important risk factor for glaucoma.

To understand glaucoma, it is important to have an idea of how the eye works and the different parts of the eye.

You and your eye doctor share the same goal in the treatment of glaucoma: to preserve as much of your vision as possible, even if the disease progresses over time.

Researchers are working to overcome challenges to develop pilot teleglaucoma clinics in developing countries.

For the millions of people who currently live or will live with low vision, the good news is, there is help.

Glaucoma can make eyes highly sensitive to light and glare, with some glaucoma medications exacerbating the problem even further.

Alan L. Robin, MD delivered the Robert N. Shaffer Lecture at the American Academy of Ophthalmology Annual Meeting in October 2014, Chicago, IL.