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.

New Medication Delivery Systems for Glaucoma

Learn about novel approaches to drug delivery currently being developed with an aim to improve medical therapy for glaucoma patients.

New Treatment Options for Managing Glaucoma

Two new categories of glaucoma medication eye drops have shown to lower eye pressure significantly and compare well to other established medications.

Speak Up for Comfortable Glaucoma Drops

If you have side effects from a glaucoma medication, be sure to tell your doctor, who can adjust your treatment plan based on your needs.

What’s SLT Actually Like? – A Patient’s Perspective

A glaucoma patient shares his experience with having selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) — a laser treatment for open-angle glaucoma that lowers eye pressure.

Combination Surgery: Treating Cataracts and Glaucoma Together

Cataracts are like wrinkles — everyone gets them when they get older. When people with glaucoma get cataracts, it’s the perfect opportunity to treat both problems at once.

Q&A: New Medications for Glaucoma

In this “Questions and Answers” article, learn about new glaucoma medications available in 2019, how they’re different from existing treatments, and their potential side effects.

UK Research Study Reports Laser-based Glaucoma Treatment is More Successful and Cost-effective

The published UK study suggests Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty should become the principal method for treating patients with glaucoma.

FDA Approves Rocklatan Eye Drop for Open-Angle Glaucoma

The FDA has approved Rocklatan, a once-daily IOP-lowering eye drop for patients with open-angle glaucoma, Aerie Pharmaceuticals announced in a press release this week.

Recall: CyPass Micro-Stent Withdrawn Amid Concerns of Endothelial Cell Loss

August 29, 2018 — Alcon has issued a voluntary global recall of the CyPass microstent, effective immediately.

New Drug Rhopressa Now Available for Open-Angle Glaucoma

Rhopressa 0.02% is a novel once-daily eye drop for lowering elevated intraocular pressure.

Generic Medications: Are They the Same?

Generic drugs work well for most patients, but there are differences compared to the brand name products.

Cataracts and Glaucoma

Both cataracts and glaucoma can be a natural part of the aging process. Many people over 60 may have both.

New Medical Therapies Offer Hope for Glaucoma Patients

“It’s always exciting to have new and effective treatment alternatives available to help patients,” said Andrew Iwach, MD.

New Dual Action Glaucoma Medication Promising for Glaucoma Patients

In November 2017, the FDA approved Vyzulta, latanoprostene bunod (LBN), as a potential game-changer in the treatment of glaucoma.

Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty as Primary Glaucoma Therapy

Due to its excellent benefit-to-risk profile, selective laser trabeculoplasty, or SLT, is being offered earlier in the treatment strategy of glaucoma, including as primary therapy.

4 Effective Ways to Encourage Medication Compliance in Glaucoma Patients

If patients feel supported in their day-to-day life, adhering to treatment and stopping glaucoma progression will more likely result.

Understanding Glaucoma Eye Drops

In this article, Dr. Shrivastava discusses the five most common types of eye drops prescribed to treat glaucoma.

Combining Drugs and Devices To Create Higher Quality Glaucoma Treatments

Medication is often the first glaucoma treatment option, especially when the disease is caught early enough, but surgery, implants, or laser treatment are often combined with medications.

Managing Your Glaucoma: A Long and Winding Road

Making healthy choices, seeing your eye doctor for check ups, and following your recommended course of treatment will help you to continue to live your life fully.

Exploring Treatment Options for Glaucoma: Medications, Laser Treatments, and Surgeries

Based on a number of factors, your glaucoma doctor will recommend the right treatment for you. This article discusses some of those treatment options.

Making Glaucoma Treatment Even Easier With Sustained Release Medication

Sustained-release medication can increase patient compliance and result in a drug delivery system that is less inconvenient and more efficient.

Getting the Most Out of Your Treatment

What questions should you be prepared to ask your doctor to ensure that you’re getting the most out of your treatment?

Looking at the Cost and Quality of Generic Prostaglandin Analogs in Glaucoma Treatment

Prostaglandin analogs (PGAs) are often the first treatment choice for many glaucoma patients, but rising drug prices mean they’re not always a viable option.

Recent Advances in Glaucoma Treatment – What Do They Mean for Patients?

New advances aim to make glaucoma treatment easier and more effective.

New Gel Stent Device Could Be A Better Surgical Option for Glaucoma Patients

There are new treatment options on the horizon that may help reduce the number of traditional surgeries while increasing effectiveness.