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Jun 2023
Glaucoma Australia Commissioned Report: Economic impact of glaucoma ...

Australia could face a staggering $4.3 billion economic burden from glaucoma by 2025 unless the Federal Government acts now to improve patient compliance, warns Glaucoma Australia.

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May 2023
Saliva Sample Reveals Glaucoma Risk

A sample of saliva could soon determine which patients are at increased risk of developing glaucoma well before the disease can be diagnosed.

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May 2023
Glaucoma Australia influencing the influencers in Canberra

This month, Glaucoma Australia CEO Richard Wylie, visited Canberra and met with key political figures to spread awareness about glaucoma and the work of the organisation.   

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May 2023
Glaucoma Australia website now provides 100+ foreign languages

Glaucoma Australia now provides an even more inclusive online experience to enable website visitors to access online content in a way that best suits their needs. 

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May 2023
Andrew's Story

In early 2021, I was diagnosed with macular puckering in both eyes which required a double vitrectomy...

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May 2023
Kerry's Story

My glaucoma was initially picked up by an Optometrist in 1991 when I went to him to get my glasses checked...

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May 2023
Bette's Story

Early detection and strict adherence to treatment are so important to glaucoma...

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May 2023
Study Finds Neuron 'Lifeline' for Glaucoma

Researchers have identified a therapeutic target that could lead to more effective treatment of glaucoma. 

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May 2023
Glaucoma Link to Low Brain Pressure

According to a new study, Low intracranial pressure (ICP) could play a role in the development of glaucoma among patients who have normal intraocular pressure (IOP).

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