world glaucoma week
DESCRIPTION
Glaucoma is caused by a number of different eye diseases that in most cases produce increased pressure within the eye. This elevated pressure is caused by a backup of fluid in the eye. Over time, it causes damage to the optic nerve. Through early detection, diagnosis and treatment, you and your doctor can help to preserve your vision.TRANSCRIPT
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Glaucoma Facts
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3rd leading cause of blindness in India*
*National Society for Control of Blindness in India, 2008
Glaucoma
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more than 12 million people affectedin India
* www.infocera.com
Glaucoma
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No age limit to affect
Glaucoma
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Causes Irreversible blindness
Glaucoma
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Vision damage by Glaucoma
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World Glaucoma Week
A joint Initiative of World Glaucoma Association and World Glaucoma Patient Association
Introduction of awareness symbol by Association
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World Glaucoma Week11th– 17th March, 2012
Theme for 2012
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Participates
World Glaucoma Week
Dr Agarwal's Eye Hospital
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Awareness about the glaucoma and its treatment modalities
Free eye screening for early detection
Our participation
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@ Our Network Of Eye Hospitals