Glaucoma causes irreversible BUT preventable blindness. It is a condition that is caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye that damages the optic nerve leading to loss of vision.Those at risk include; People over 35 years, positive family history, Diabetes Mellitus, and short sightedness.

Glaucoma treatment includes eye drops, laser treatment and surgery.Glaucoma clinic at the Lighthouse main clinic happens on Fridays starting 8.00 a.m.