New free NHS treatment service for glaucoma patients in region

Glaucoma: The eye disease that can steal sight without early symptoms

You may have heard the term “glaucoma” before, but what is it really, and how do you know if you have it? Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged over time due to elevated pressure in the eye, resulting in vision loss. There are not many noticeable symptoms, so regular eye exams are the only way to identify if you have elevated eye pressure and to prevent blindness from glaucoma. Early detection is key, so getting a yearly…

New free NHS treatment service for glaucoma patients in region

Optegra Eye Health Care announced a new service as part of their support for January's Glaucoma Awareness Month.