Feb 2017
Identifying Genetic Causes of Primary Congenital Glaucoma in Australia
New gene discoveries indicate that primary congenital glaucoma may be inherited in a dominant pattern, as well as recessive....
Feb 2017
Improving Quality of Life for Patients
Glaucoma impacts the quality of life (QoL) for over three hundred thousand Australians and their families. QoL is a reflection of an individual’s general wellbeing...
Feb 2017
OrCam Assistive Technology Device
The world’s most advanced wearable assistive technology solution, OrCam MyEye communicates visual information by instantly reading any printed text...
Sep 2016
Does Altering Iridotomy Placement Reduce Side Effects?
An iridotomy of adequate size placed anywhere in the peripheral iris will relieve the fluid pressure from behind it...
Jul 2016
The TEK Gene: Responsible for Primary Congenital Glaucoma?
Researchers have identified a new genetic cause for childhood glaucoma. Primary congenital glaucoma is a severe form of glaucoma...
Jan 2016
Yoga Positions and Glaucoma
Certain yoga positions may increase intraocular pressure (IOP), and elevated IOP is the only modifiable risk factor for which treatment can slow progression glaucoma...
Jan 2016
Margaret Tanner
Margaret turned 100 this year and continues to arrive on a weekly basis to assist us in supporting the glaucoma community.
Jan 2016
Brian Stewart
Brian helps out in many ways and his expertise as a retired banker has been invaluable. He ensures donations and merchandise payments are efficiently processed...
Jan 2016
Tony Bourke
Tony has been volunteering for Glaucoma Australia since 2002.