In an effort to inform and educate the populations of the Caribbean about Glaucoma, “the thief of sight” – Glaucoma Watch will keep you up-to-date with the latest information about Glaucoma symptoms, treatment and research in our region.
We will seek to clarify the myths and facts surrounding this disease and also offer hope through our stories of inspiration.
“Ninety percent of Blindness Caused by Poverty in Developing Countries” : World Glaucoma Week is a reminder to every one, that Glaucoma is a major public health concern. Because the disease is a leading cause of permanent blindness among adults in their middle years and older, it poses a significant potential challenge to the well-being of affected individuals, their families’ communities and national economies. Page 1.
“World Glaucoma Week” : World Glaucoma Week is a joint global initiative of the World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patients Association to raise awareness of this condition. In a video produced by the Caribbean Council for the Blind (CCB), Dr. Shailendra Sugrim, a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Glaucoma Specialist at the Georgetown Public Hospital shares his knowledge about the prevalence of Glaucoma in Guyana and the wider Caribbean.” Page 2.
“Khetura Porter’s Story” : Khetura Porter has been battling Glaucoma for several years. She welcomed us into her home in the western Jamaican parish of Westmoreland where she shared with us her story on the fight against Glaucoma. Page 3.
“Only Two Eyes” : Mr. O’Brian “Spriggy” Norton got what he calls the shock of his life only a few years ago when he was diagnosed with Glaucoma. Today his passion is that of telling others about the danger of Glaucoma. Page 3.
Download the 2013 Glaucoma Watch Bulletin here (pdf) .
Bulletin – Glaucoma Watch – 2013 by eyecarecaribbean