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Laptop glaucoma test demonstrated to MPs
A new computer test to help optometrists diagnose glaucoma could be downloaded from the internet by clinicians from all over the world as part of their glaucoma screening systems.14 March 2008

Glaucoma warning
Sir Trevor McDonald has given his backing to the first ever World Glaucoma Day (WGD), which takes place on March 6.29 February 2008

Join glaucoma fight
Optometrists have a crucial role in the fight against glaucoma according to one of the organisers of the first World Glaucoma Day on March 6 2008.08 February 2008

Scottish region shows rise in referrals quality
A study to assess the quality of referrals from optometrists in north-east Scotland to the hospital glaucoma services has revealed a significant increase in true positives since the implementation of the new GOS contract in April 2006. 07 December 2007

Alzheimer's research reveals glaucoma link
Drugs developed to slow down the progress of Alzheimer's disease may protect patients at risk of eye damage from glaucoma, according to research published earlier this week.10 August 2007

Global perspective on research
Optician clincial editor Bill Harvey selects a few research papers of interest presented at this year's biggest research conference25 May 2007

Two 00s face charge of missing glaucoma
Two Cardiff optometrists faced General Optical Council disciplinary proceedings earlier this week over their treatment of a 67-year-old radiographer.25 May 2007

Glaucoma in the spotlight
National Glaucoma Awareness Week will take place from June 11-17, the International Glaucoma Association has announced.11 May 2007

Glaucoma drug trial
Pfizer has begun the first in a series of clinical trials for a new experimental drug for the treatment of glaucoma, according to a statement from development partner NicOx.06 April 2007

Field defects linked to falls
People affected by glaucoma are more than three times more likely to suffer a fall or be involved in a motor vehicle accident. 23 March 2007