Glaucoma is a frightening vision condition that affects the optic nerve, and if the damage continues untreated, it can lead to blindness. But experts say there is reason for hope. “There are new medications and procedures to treat glaucoma,” said Dr. Andrea Zimmerman, a low vision specialist with the Lighthouse Guild in New York. Additionally,… Continue reading The Latest News on Glaucoma
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Managing Hearing Loss
Have you had your hearing checked? While a hearing test may not get the publicity that mammograms and colonoscopies do, the Mayo Clinic recommends a baseline hearing evaluation at age 50. After that, the Mayo experts say, you should have a regularly scheduled followup assessment depending on your needs. Gayla Poling, Ph.D., Audiology, Mayo Clinic,… Continue reading Managing Hearing Loss