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Feb 2023
Lei Shares Her Glaucoma Story

Lei Malaband, a 54-year-old mother of four, shares her personal glaucoma story. First diagnosed at 41, Lei encourages others to get tested early for glaucoma. 

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Feb 2023
A Proactive Approach for Glaucoma Suspects

Glaucoma specialist, Brian Ang, explains why he advocates for a 'proactive approach' when it comes to glaucoma management. 

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Feb 2023
How The Sneak Thief of Sight Changed Shannon's Life

After an unexpected glaucoma diagnosis, Shannon's life changed dramatically. The 46-year-old, father of two, shares his personal story.

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Feb 2023
Laurence Leads The Way During The 7 Sights Challenge

Bathurst optometrist, Laurence Outim, knows just how important early detection is for glaucoma patients. That's why, he's encouraging others to get active and take part in this year's 7 Sights Challenge. 

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Jan 2023
Mandatory Update for iCare PATIENT2, PATIENT and EXPORT Applications

The team at iCare have issued a mandatory software update for iCare HOME2 Self-tonometers.

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Jan 2023
Glaucoma Australia is Calling on Australians to Sign Up for the 7 Sights ...

Glaucoma Australia’s fundraising initiative, the 7 Sights Challenge, is now open for registration. The challenge aims to raise much-needed funds for glaucoma research and increase Australians’ awareness of this insidious eye disease.

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Jan 2023
Researchers Discover Gene Mutation Behind Childhood Glaucoma

Five Australians are among an international team of scientists who have discovered a new gene mutation that may be a root cause of severe cases of childhood glaucoma.

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Nov 2022
Novel Eye Drop Could Protect Retinal Cells

The concept of delivering a drug to protect retinal ganglion cells (RGCs) is not something that is currently done clinically, but as a complement to IOP lowering, may be an important glaucoma management tool.

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Nov 2022
UTS Orthoptics Recognises Glaucoma Australia Support

Glaucoma Australia has been recognised by UTS Orthoptics as providing outstanding opportunities for clinical education. The charity was presented with an award for the NGO that has offered the most clinical placements sessions in 2021/22 to UTS Orthoptics students.

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