The Glaucoma Community

Exciting breakthroughs in glaucoma care! From Durysta® and iDose® TR to AI diagnostics, there’s new hope for managing this condition. 💡 Learn more from Gregory K. Harmon, MD: buff.ly/40wOBw4

Ginny Wright lost 70% of her vision before being diagnosed with glaucoma. Despite the challenges, she’s found hope and shares tips for living with this silent condition. 💪👁️ Watch her inspiring story → buff.ly/3PPfLJn

Glaucoma Awareness Month 👁️ Saundra Light Gibbons, a glaucoma patient and caregiver, shares why early detection is key to preserving vision. Watch now: buff.ly/40uwhnj

Meet Amanda Eddy, founder of Amanda Deer Jewelry, who’s built a successful business while managing glaucoma. Her story proves that glaucoma doesn’t have to limit your dreams. Read her inspiring journey: buff.ly/4j3UF7D

Can we reduce the incidence of glaucoma? 👁️ Mitzi Swift from UAB Dept. of Ophthalmology shares tips on prevention, early detection, and strategies to protect your sight. Watch the full video: buff.ly/40n1I3P

Did you know that conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and sleep apnea can impact your glaucoma risk? Learn how these health issues are connected and how managing them can help slow glaucoma progression. Read more: buff.ly/4gWnqRQ

DYK? Uncorrected vision disorders, such as nearsightedness, can interfere with learning.   Amanda, age 11, shared how she was excited to start the school year with her new eyeglasses!     Prevent Blindness is sharing “It Started With an Eye Exam” stories to show how access to eye care services can improve vision and daily life. Post yours with #ItStartedWithanEyeExam! The “It Started With an Eye Exam” program is supported by funding from @ViatrisInc.

Caring for someone with glaucoma or managing it yourself? 🧐 Mitzi Swift, Clinical Research Coordinator at UAB, shares expert tips for patients & caregivers. Watch now: buff.ly/4h1AYLR

In support of January's National Glaucoma Awareness Month, Prevent Blindness & StartUp Health company @responsumhealth offer a comprehensive free program, "The Glaucoma Community," available in multiple languages. ow.ly/WlKA50UCf6a #HealthTransformer #HealthMoonshot

Struggling with eye drops? Dr. EyeGuy has tips to make it easier! 💧👁 Learn simple techniques and tools like the Nanodropper® to apply drops with confidence. Watch here: buff.ly/40lIvj9

Do you or someone you know have glaucoma? Sign up for @glaucomacomm! Check out this free, patient-focused program online or on the app! responsumhealth.com/glaucoma/

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month! Protect your sight from this "silent thief," affecting millions globally. Early detection is key to preventing vision loss. Learn more: buff.ly/4j6dMxN

Did you know? ☕ Too much caffeine can temporarily raise eye pressure, which may affect those with glaucoma. While a cup or two is usually fine, consider switching to decaf if you consume large amounts. Stay informed and talk to your doctor about your caffeine intake.

Cheers to a new year of new beginnings, continued growth, and good health! 🎉✨ Here’s to empowering each other every step of the way in 2025. Happy New Year!

Celebrities like Bono, Whoopi Goldberg, and Andrea Bocelli manage life with glaucoma. 🌟 Their stories stress the importance of early detection and treatment. Learn more about their journeys → buff.ly/3uBvPYv

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with peace, love, and good health! 🎄✨ From all of us at The Glaucoma Community, may this time be filled with warmth and happiness as you spend it with loved ones. Happy Holidays!

Understanding how your eye works is key to protecting your vision. Learn about the complex relationship between different parts of the eye and how glaucoma disrupts this process, often with little to no early symptoms: buff.ly/3Dg95Bf

As we wrap up 2024, thank you for being part of The Glaucoma Community! 💙 Your support means everything. Here’s a look at a few of our Top Articles of 2024: - Even Celebrities Get Glaucoma - Medications That Can Worsen Glaucoma - How Diet & Exercise Help Glaucoma

In partnership with Prevent Blindness, we’ve created a toolkit to help raise awareness about The Glaucoma Community. It includes flyers, social media posts, slides, and more. Download and share with your patients and community → buff.ly/4iTrZ18

Feeling anxious about your eye doctor visit? You're not alone! Check out tips to ease your worries and keep your eye health on track: buff.ly/4fGFBe9