It’s Glaucoma Awareness Month!

Why is glaucoma awareness important?

• Glaucoma is often undiagnosed in its early stages.
• Many people with glaucoma are unaware they have the condition.
• Glaucoma can cause permanent vision loss.

What can you do to help?

• Get screened for glaucoma.
• Protect your eyes from the sun by wearing UV-blocking sunglasses.
• Wear protective eyewear when doing activities that could injure your eyes.

What are the symptoms of glaucoma?

Blurred or narrowed vision, Halos around lights, Eye pain or redness, and Headaches.

Where can you learn more?

• American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Glaucoma Research Foundation
• Prevent Blindness.