Main Menu   Our Other Sites Bookstore Other Resources Statistics Vision Health Resources Vision Loss and Blindness Resources Search All Sites Site Map The Glaucoma Foundation The Glaucoma Foundation is an international not-for-profit organization dedicated to eradicating blindness from glaucoma, the leading cause of preventable blindness afflicting four million Americans. The Foundation's mission is to raise public awareness about the need for regular, comprehensive eye exams and to fund critical research seeking new treatments and cures for glaucoma. The Glaucoma Foundation is ready with resources to partner with other organizations and community groups that share our vision of a world without blindness. Forty thousand diabetic patients will lose their vision this year. Working together, we can eradicate blindness from glaucoma. Worldwide toll-free hotline number: 1-800-GLAUCOMA (800-452-8266). Representatives personally answer queries, provide referrals to glaucoma specialists, and send out free, informative literature tailored to the general public and glaucoma patients. The hotline operates Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST. At other times, voice messaging is available. Glaucoma Awareness Month in January. Posters, literature, media press kits. Corporate and community screenings offer opportunities for partnerships. Minority Outreach Program, targeting at-risk populations. The International Scientific Think Tank on Optic Nerve Rescue and Restoration. Scientific grants awarded semiannually to individuals for innovative research to improve the diagnosis and treatment of the disease. Publishes and distributes consumer or patient education materials: Glaucoma at a Glance--statistical factsheet providing overview of the disease, those who are at risk, and prevention guidelines. Glaucoma: What You Need to Know--tri-fold brochure detailing risk factors, diagnoses, procedures, and treatments. Creating a World Without Blindness--tri-fold brochure explaining the Foundation's programs and free services that can be accessed worldwide. Doctor, I Have a Question--20-page patient brochure outlining aspects of the disease, medications and treatments, and surgical procedures. You and Your Glaucoma Medication--how-to guide to taking eyedrops most effectively, with diagrams and patient tips. Eye to Eye--quarterly newsletter providing updates on medical news and research, treatment information, and answers to commonly asked questions. Compliance Series--three articles devoted to the patient's role in the treatment of glaucoma. 116 John Street, Suite 1605 New York, NY 10038 Toll-free hotline: 1-800-GLAUCOMA (452-8266) (212) 285-0080 FAX: (212) 651-1888 E-mail: glaucomafdn@glaucoma-foundation.org Web site: http://www.glaucoma-foundation.org All brands and product names are trademarked or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Copyright of syndicated content belongs to it’s respective author or news organization. Original content (including "look and feel") Copyright © 2001-2006  •  Vision Loss and Blindness Resources  •  All rights reserved.