A Serious Blog
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Two new eye drops for Glaucoma approved in US
February 15, 2018Recent approvals by the US Federal Drug Administration (FDA) have led to the availability in America of two new eye drop therapies for Glaucoma. Rhopressa and Vyzulta both reduce intraocular pressure in patients suffering open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypRead more… -
How exercise may protect you from glaucoma
January 25, 2018New research suggests that exercise, such as walking or jogging, can help lower the risk of Glaucoma.Read more… -
Early warning for Glaucoma shows promise
September 14, 2017Early warning for Glaucoma shows promise Researchers at University College London have developed a new test which they say could make it possible to detect and prevent Glaucoma up to a decade before any symptoms appear.Read more… -
Stem-cell therapy for glaucoma – an update
July 03, 2017Stem cell therapy is proving to be a potent force in regenerative medicine, not least in the treatment of eye conditions.Read more… -
Diabetes drug could lower glaucoma risk
June 12, 2015Breaking research has revealed that people who take the diabetes drug metformin may be less likely to develop Glaucoma.Read more… -
Can lighting affect glaucoma? Recent study begs the question…
July 10, 2014A recently published study suggests that older people with glaucoma suffer greater problems at home than during an eye test in a clinic. Is poor home lighting to blame?Read more… -
New contact lens delivers glaucoma meds
January 28, 2014As an alternative to eye drops, researchers have developed a special contact lens that can be placed into the eye in order to slowly release medication to combat glaucoma.Read more…