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It’s never been more important to look after your health, including your eyesight. Find out how to look after your eyes during lockdown, and how we can support you.
COVID-19 put a stop to glaucoma research. But it hasn’t stopped our fight against glaucoma. We need your help now to kick start research to end preventable glaucoma sight loss.
COVID is changing the face of glaucoma care in the UK at a scale and speed that we’ve never seen before. Make sure your voice is heard by completing our patient survey. We’ll ensure your experiences are shared with commissioners and policy makers.
Glaucoma UK is here to provide help, information and support to anyone affected by glaucoma. From our free glaucoma helpline to our buddy scheme, find out more about the many ways we can support you at every stage of your glaucoma journey.
Eye tests aren’t just about how well you can see, or whether you need glasses. During an eye test, an optometrist also looks at the health of your eyes.
Find out more about the importance of attending your eye appointments during lockdown.
Become a member of Glaucoma UK and join the fight against glaucoma!
Our members really can become part of the work we do. When you join you’ll receive a range of benefits.
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We value our relationships with healthcare professionals working in the field of glaucoma.
We provide support, resources and training for optometrists, ECLOs, rehab workers, domiciliary care workers and other health professionals.
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From being diagnosed to getting to grips with treatments and how glaucoma affects everyday life, including during lockdown, these stories give a voice to those who are dealing with the disease – and may be experiencing the same things as you or a member of your family.
Many people living with glaucoma will have to apply eye drops regularly to protect their sight. COVID-19 may have caused priorities to change, but your eyesight remains vitally important. If your treatment is paused or stopped it can lead to vision loss and permanent, irreversible blindness.
Find out how to keep up your eye drop routine at home.
Support people who have just been diagnosed or those living with the condition. You can make a single or monthly donation. Your donation will help us support people with glaucoma and fund research into detection, management and treatment.