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Nov 2024
Positive Outcomes: Interventional Glaucoma Management

A recent glaucoma event in Adelaide emphasized the need for earlier treatment instead of waiting, as adding more medications often has limited success and can sometimes worsen eye pressure. They highlighted the importance of exploring new approaches to improve outcomes and quality of life, given the challenges of medication side effects.

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Nov 2024
Collaborating for Better Eye Health Outcomes: RANZCO

Some of our team at Glaucoma Australia were able to attend Ranzco's annual conference in Adeliade in November!

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Nov 2024
Robert's Story

Robert discovered he has glaucoma by changing ophthalmologists. All his life he has been a financial advisor who relies heavily on his eyesight. He now encourages his children to get regular glaucoma checkups.

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Nov 2024
Basil's Story

Basil was diagnosed with glaucoma over 20 years ago, faced worsening vision despite stable eye pressure and received two differing treatment plans. Seeking clarity, he turned to Val from Glaucoma Australia, whose guidance and support helped him confidently choose the step-by-step plan while feeling reassured throughout the process.

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Oct 2024
Further LiGHT analysis shows SLT slows glaucoma by 29%

A detailed analysis of the LiGHT Trial confirms that selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) slows glaucoma progression by 29% compared to eye drops. The findings, supported  highlight SLT’s ability to reduce vision loss and the need for surgery, prompting its inclusion in international glaucoma treatment guidelines.

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Oct 2024
Glaucoma Research Grant Recipient Will Take a Crucial Step Towards ...

Glaucoma Australia and its Patron, the Governor-General of Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Samantha Mostyn, are pleased to announce the 2024 recipient of the Glaucoma Australia ‘Quinlivan’ Research Grant. 

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A/Prof Owen Siggs
Sep 2024
An update from A/Prof Owen Siggs, Garvan Institute of Medical Research

A/Prof Owen Siggs, recipient of the Glaucoma Australia ‘Quinlivan’ Research Grant in 2022 is now 18 months into his research into the Genomic Risk Stratification to improve glaucoma suspect triage in rural primary care. 

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Participants of the congenital glaucoma brunch
Sep 2024
Families unite for congenital glaucoma brunch

Glaucoma Australia recently hosted a congenital glaucoma brunch at the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Gold Coast and what a memorable day it was! 

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Sep 2024
Abbie's Story

Abbie was diagnosed with glaucoma as a newborn and had surgeries to control her eye pressure. Despite being short-sighted with nystagmus, she lives independently and runs a dance company called Blindful.

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