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World Glaucoma Week: Raising Awareness for Early Detection and Treatment (Dr. R. Adamson, Ghana)

Every year, during the second full week of March, we observe World Glaucoma Week, an initiative spearheaded by the World Glaucoma Association. The goal of this week is to raise awareness about glaucoma, emphasize the need for early detection, and advocate for the various management options available for the disease.

This year’s theme is “Uniting for a Glaucoma-Free World.”

What is Glaucoma?

Glaucoma refers to a group of diseases characterized by optic nerve degeneration and retinal ganglion cell loss. These conditions lead to a reduction in vision, especially in peripheral fields. The optic nerve, made up of many smaller nerves, sends messages from the eye to the brain, similar to how an image is transmitted from a camera to a screen. However, glaucoma damages these nerves, affecting sight.

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