How People With Glaucoma Can Make Health Information Easier to Manage Living with glaucoma changes more than how you see, it changes how you interact with the information that helps you stay well. Medical notes, care instructions, and test results can shift from quick reads to time-consuming challenges. The key isn’t just magnification or brighter light, it’s creating systems
Author: Andrea Steele
“Seeing Beyond What I Lost, A Vision Faded — Then Emerged”
I am currently almost completely blind, only able to make out light and color. I sometimes ask myself, “Will there ever be a day when I can see the world?” I had significantly more vision when I was a child, but my eyesight started to deteriorate uncontrollably due to glaucoma. I still have memories as a 10-year-old kid
Preclinical research might lay the groundwork for vision restoration in glaucoma
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Thomas Vincent Johnson III, MD, PhD, of Johns Hopkins, is conducting groundbreaking research into retinal ganglion cell replacement or regeneration to restore vision in patients with glaucoma. This video was developed in partnership with Ophthalmology 360. Learn more. Thomas Vincent Johnson III, MD, PhD: Hi, my name is Tom Johnson. I’m an associate professor
Message From The President
Dear Readers, January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. If you haven’t scheduled an annual eye exam, we urge you to do that now. Early diagnosis and regular treatment can save your sight. TGF is spreading the word on many fronts. In addition to a national televised public service announcement about glaucoma and the importance of comprehensive eye exams, we’ve launched a campaign
Sleep Apnea and Glaucoma
Did you know that people with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) are more likely to develop glaucoma than those who do not have this sleep disorder? According to some studies, people suffering from OSAS, which is characterized by episodes of paused and shallow breathing during sleep, are up to ten times more likely to develop glaucoma. While intraocular pressure (IOP)
Message From The President
Dear Readers, I’m excited to announce the completion of TGF’s 2025 TGF Art Challenge to Celebrate Vision, which has raised $33,572 that will help fund glaucoma research in our next grant cycle. Congratulations to our fundraising winner, artist Kristel Scheerlinck, who raised $7,385. Congratulations as well to Maria Catalina Pizarro Peňaranda, whose entry was voted favorite artwork. I sincerely thank
Natural Supplements That Can Support Vitality and Longevity for People with Glaucoma
*Before adding any new supplements to your routine, check with your doctor—especially if you have an existing health condition or are taking prescription medications. Glaucoma doesn't just affect your eyes, it rewires the way your entire body manages stress, inflammation, and cellular strain. That means supporting your long-term eye health calls for more than drops and pressure checks.
TGF Position Available – Major Gifts Officer
ABOUT TGF: The Glaucoma Foundation (TGF) is dedicated to improving the lives of people with glaucoma. Founded in 1984, TGF works to encourage and support basic and applied research in glaucoma with a goal of preserving and restoring vision. TGF strives to be an important resource to help patients, their families, and at-risk individuals to manage their glaucoma
Diet’s Role in Glaucoma Management
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness in the United States, and its prevalence is greater than previously believed. A 2022 study published in JAMA Ophthalmology found that approximately 4.22 million Americans (1.62% of adults) have glaucoma, and 1.49 million people (0.57% of adults) have vision-affecting glaucoma. Among those aged 40 and older, the numbers
How Your Sleep Could Quietly Worsen Glaucoma
Sleep is supposed to restore the body. But for people with glaucoma, what happens overnight may quietly increase damage to the optic nerve. Research shows that eye pressure, breathing issues, and circadian rhythms all shift during sleep—and those changes can affect disease progression. Yet few care plans discuss what’s happening between bedtime and morning. That missing conversation leaves