April 27, 2012: Research Gets Closer to Genetic Roots of Glaucoma
Two gene variants may interact with a molecule regulating cell growth, study suggests

April 20, 2012: For Some, Glaucoma Strikes at a Young Age
Massachusetts man has coped with chronic eye disease since early teens

April 20, 2012: Glaucoma Need Not Steal Sight, Experts Say
Once lost, vision can't be restored, making early detection and treatment critical

March 16, 2012: National Screening Urged to Detect Eye Disease in Blacks
Undiagnosed glaucoma contributes to vision loss, mainly in blacks, researchers say

February 13, 2012: Zioptan Eyedrops Approved for Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension
To reduce pressure inside the eye

October 30, 2011: Glaucoma Experts Eye Benefits of Exercise
Moderate activity may reduce an important risk factor, study finds

September 30, 2011: Cocaine Increases Risk for Glaucoma: Study
Abusers with the eye disease significantly younger than other glaucoma patients who did not do drugs

August 08, 2011: Frequent Tests Help Track Progression of Glaucoma, Study Finds
Screening patients twice a year better than annual screenings, researchers say

June 13, 2011: Spending on Glaucoma Meds Rising in U.S., Study Finds
Certain groups of patients, including those on public health insurance, seem to be most affected

May 09, 2011: Researchers Outline Key Risk Factors for Glaucoma
Even a small rise in pressure within the eye can raise the odds for the disease

February 14, 2011: Obesity Seems to Cut Women's Risk of Open-Angle Glaucoma
Researchers suspect association may be due to estrogen

December 01, 2010: Noninvasive Glaucoma Test Might Speed Up Detection
Measuring electrical activity of retina, researchers say, reveals early changes in disease process

August 09, 2010: Relieving Eye Pressure May Slow Glaucoma
Treatment most likely to help young patients with advanced damage, researchers say

August 05, 2010: Excess Weight May Protect Women From Type of Glaucoma
But don't gain weight to protect your eyes, experts say

July 11, 2010: Glaucoma Cases on the Rise in U.S.
Older, more diverse population accounts for most of the growth in eye disorder, experts say

July 11, 2010: Confronting Glaucoma, Before It's Too Late

June 25, 2010: Red Wine Compound Could Point to Treatment for Eye Diseases
Resveratrol appears to block harmful blood vessel growth, study finds

June 23, 2010: Stem Cell Technique Restores Sight to Burn-Injured Eyes
Lab-grown graft provides 'biological contact lens' for cornea, experts say

April 24, 2010: Drinking Green Tea May Protect Eyes
Researchers confirm that beneficial ingredients penetrate eye tissue

March 24, 2010: New Contact Lenses Could Improve Glaucoma Treatment
They come loaded with vitamin E, to help more medicine get to cornea, researcher says

March 15, 2010: Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Glaucoma
Here are common symptoms

March 08, 2010: Waiting Safe for Some at Risk of Glaucoma
Doctors can postpone treatment in low-risk patients, study finds

March 03, 2010: Glaucoma Begins in Mid-Brain, Not in Eye, Research Shows
Animal study shows degeneration occurring in reverse order than commonly believed

February 19, 2010: Green Tea May Ward Off Eye Disease
In tests with rats, tea consumption reduced oxidative stress, researchers say

February 08, 2010: Glaucoma Drugs May Play Role in Longer Life
Early death risk drops with use, but other factors may contribute, experts say

December 31, 2009: Laser Deemed Best Treatment for Diabetic Retinopathy
Standard therapy still recommended over steroid injections, researchers say

October 19, 2009: U.S. Relaxes Opposition to Medical Marijuana
Prosecutors will no longer go after users or suppliers in states that permit use of the drug

September 22, 2009: Glaucoma Tied to Gene Variants in Blacks
Findings could lead to new treatments or even a cure, researchers say

August 04, 2009: Special Eye Drops May Reverse Glaucoma Damage
More testing still needed, but nerve growth factor proved effective in study

July 07, 2009: Mini-Strokes May Cause Vision Loss
Hong Kong researchers implicate silent infarcts in glaucoma

January 12, 2009: Glaucoma Associated With Reading Impairments in Elderly
Those with vision loss in both eyes read 29 words per minute slower

December 09, 2008: Diabetic Eye Disease Rates Soaring
CDC study projects that by 2050, up to 16 million people will have vision problems

October 17, 2008: Americans Losing Sight of Eye Health
A quarter haven't seen vision specialist in 2 years, survey finds

October 16, 2008: Thyroid Problems Boost Glaucoma Risk
Trouble with the gland means 38% greater vision threat, study suggests

September 24, 2008: Painkiller May Prevent Diabetes-Related Retinal Damage
Pentazocine's effects on eye health called 'phenomenal,' study concludes

August 29, 2008: Cataracts World's Leading Cause of Vision Loss
Age a key factor, but group cites other risks during August disease awareness month

July 02, 2008: Glaucoma Treatment <i>Can</i> Prevent Blindness
Even those with severe disease can save some vision, experts say

June 09, 2008: New Imaging Tool Can Spot Glaucoma Risk
But experts say it will be several years before there's widespread use

May 02, 2008: Diabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma Risk
Regular screenings may help prevent irreversible nerve damage