~Navigating the Transition: Guide to Choosing Your New Primary Care Doctor~ When your primary care doctor retires, it can be challenging to find a replacement. The process can seem complex, but you can identify a suitable new doctor with a systematic approach and consideration of crucial factors. Below, the Glaucoma Foundation shares some steps to guide you through this transition.
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4 Features That Glaucoma Patients Should Look For In Sunglasses
~4 Features That Glaucoma Patients Should Look For In Sunglasses~ Sunglasses are a must-have for glaucoma patients during summer. A study reported that almost 70% of glaucoma patients are photosensitive to glare from the sun or any light source. Due to their photosensitivity to glare, glaucoma patients struggle with daily activities, such as spending time outside or driving a car. Unfortunately, the
Message From The President
~Message From The President~ Research, education, and collaboration are key to all that we do. Last month, TGF’s 28th Annual Scientific Think Tank brought an extraordinary roster of experts together in New York to share some of the most current and important glaucoma science. This was an exciting meeting of minds covering a range of topics including drug repurposing, neuroprotection, and
Preservative-Free Glaucoma Eye Drops
~Preservative-Free Glaucoma Eye Drops~ It is estimated that roughly half of all patients on long-term glaucoma therapy suffer from ocular surface disease (OSD), which includes dry eye syndrome. OSD can cause redness, tearing, irritation, burning, foreign body sensation, light sensitivity, and sometimes blurred vision. One of the issues is that all multi-dose ophthalmic medications are required to have a
Message From The President
~Message From The President~ Research, collaboration, and education lie at the heart of our mission, and TGF’s 28th Annual Scientific Think Tank is on the front burner this spring. Scheduled for June 9th and 10th, the Think Tank is the premier forum for the exchange of ideas among leading scientists in diverse fields to bring their knowledge to the challenges of glaucoma. Over the
5 Tips for Advocating for Yourself as a Glaucoma Patient
~5 Tips for Advocating for Yourself as a Glaucoma Patient~ Dealing with glaucoma can be frustrating. It’s especially difficult to manage this condition when you feel like your doctors aren’t listening to you. That’s why you’ll need to learn how to be your own best advocate. Connecting with an organization like The Glaucoma Foundation can help you learn these valuable
Doctor, I Have a Question. If I have heart disease or problems with my blood vessels, should I be worried about my risk for glaucoma?
~Doctor, I Have a Question. If I have heart disease or problems with my blood vessels, should I be worried about my risk for glaucoma?~ Question answered by: Glaucoma is a common eye disease affecting millions of persons worldwide, and today it is the leading cause of irreversible blindness in African Americans. The risk for glaucoma increases with age, and
Tips for Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
~Tips for Getting a Good Night's Sleep~ Glaucoma is a serious ocular condition that can potentially lead to vision loss, and it may also be linked to other illnesses and sleep disorders. Studies have suggested that having glaucoma increases the risk of certain chronic illnesses and sleep disruptions, though the cause of this correlation is still unclear. Individuals who suffer
Message From The President
~Message From The President~ Recent months at the Foundation have been notable for several “firsts.” As you will read, seven new research grants were awarded in the most recent grants cycle – a record number. And on January 19, via Zoom, we launched a unique pilot glaucoma education program in New York City that focused on the young, specifically middle
TGF Ambassador Jahkori on Art Talks Podcast
EPISODE 141 | Features JAHKORI DOPWELL HALL LISTEN HERE JAHKORI DOPWELL HALL | Visual Artist, Poet, Entrepreneur, and Art instructor pursuing a master of arts degree in art education. Currently 23, he was born with an eye condition known as Primary Congenital Glaucoma and despite having this condition he defied the odds and accomplished what most would deem impossible. In 2020,