Global blindness set to ‘triple by 2050’
The number of blind people across the world is set to triple within the next…
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Test may spot glaucoma before symptoms begin, study says
It might be possible to treat the main cause of permanent blindness before people notice…
GSK announces new scholarships to recognise retiring CEO Sir Andrew Witty’s contribution to global health
GSK has announced a new partnership with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine…
In Nigeria, glaucoma affects south east region most
An ophthalmologist, Nkiru Akaraiwe, has advised Nigerians to go for eye tests at least once…
Research highlights problem with cognitive development in sub-Saharan Africa
New research from the University of Liverpool highlights problems impacting on the cognitive development of…
Patient views highlight potential for Peek smartphone suite to transform eye health
The Portable Eye Examination Kit (Peek) has real-world potential to transform global eye health, according…