An auto refractometer is a medical device used to measure the refractive error of the eye automatically. It helps optometrists and ophthalmologists determine a patient’s prescription for glasses or contact lenses. How It Works Advantages of Auto Refractometers ✅ Quick and easy – Takes only a few seconds per eye.✅ Accurate estimates – Useful for …
Preventing glaucoma involves a combination of lifestyle choices, regular eye checkups, and managing risk factors. Here are some key ways to reduce the risk: 1. Regular Eye Exams 2. Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle 3. Protect Your Eyes 4. Control Health Conditions 5. Reduce Eye Strain 6. Know Your Family History
Open-Angle Glaucoma (Most Common Type) Angle-Closure Glaucoma (Medical Emergency) Normal-Tension Glaucoma Congenital Glaucoma (In Infants)
We had a successful health on our 4th day of glaucoma week at the centre on the 13th of March 2025. The health talk was done by Nurse Lucky Okocha
We had a health talk on both day 2 and day 3 of our glaucoma week awareness. The health talk was held on the 11th of March by Dr Charles, while day 3 was held on the 12th March 2025 by Nurse Valentina.
Types of Glaucoma Glaucoma manifests in different forms, the most common being: Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG): The most prevalent type. Develops slowly with no early symptoms. Vision loss occurs gradually, making regular eye check-ups essential. Angle-Closure Glaucoma: Occurs when the drainage angle in the eye becomes blocked. Can cause sudden vision loss, severe pain, nausea, …
What is glaucoma? Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by damaging a nerve in the back of your eye called the optic nerve. The symptoms can start so slowly that you may not notice them. The only way to find out if you have glaucoma is to …
Glaucoma Week Awareness Program – Protect Your Vision! Join us at Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre, Ossiomo-Ogan, as we mark Glaucoma Week with an informative and life-changing awareness campaign! Date: 9th to 15th March 2025 Venue: Daughters of Charity Rehabilitation Centre, Ossiomo-Ogan Time: 8:00 AM (every day) Why You Should Care About Glaucoma Glaucoma is …
