Find out how to look after your eyes during lockdown, and how we can support you.
It’s really important to keep your medical appointments. The links below will provide you with information on how to attend them safely, but if you still don’t feel comfortable, make sure to let your health care provider know as soon as possible.
It’s more important than ever to look after your eyes. Make sure you keep your optician appointments.
Find out the latest information on keeping your driving licence up to date.
Yes. It’s safe for those living with glaucoma to receive any of the approved vaccinations for COVID-19. If you’re in any doubt, please consult your GP or healthcare professional ahead of time.
We all know that COVID-19 had an enormous impact on glaucoma care in 2020, with appointments being postponed or surgeries being cancelled.
But how much has changed?
COVID-19 may have caused priorities to change, but your eyesight remains vitally important.
If you or a loved one are one of the 64 million people worldwide living with glaucoma, you may be experiencing challenges managing your condition effectively.
If your treatment is paused or stopped it can lead to vision loss and permanent, irreversible blindness.
It’s important to continue to apply your eye drops as advised by your ophthalmologist, including attending your appointments and collecting ongoing prescriptions.
Many of us now spend more time than ever looking at screens. While technology can be a great way to keep informed and connected, it’s important to know how to look after your eyes while using screens.
Maintaining good hygiene practices is vital not just for your everyday health, but for your eyes too. Washing your hands properly removes dirt, viruses and bacteria to stop them spreading to other people and objects.
Make sure to wash your hands regularly for at least 20 seconds, particularly before performing any treatment to your eyes.
Glaucoma UK is here to support you throughout these unusual times. Here are some of the ways you can access advice online.
If you’re looking for more information on glaucoma and treatments, you can order physical copies of all our leaflets and booklets at any time.
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.