How African genetic studies offer hope for preventing a common cause of blindness: A man being tested as he takes part in an ophthalmological study and examination. Tony Karumba/AFP via Getty ImagesGlaucoma is the most common cause of irreversible blindness in the world. It’s estimated that by 2040 there will be about 112 million people in the world with glaucoma – mostly in … [Read more...] about How African genetic studies offer hope for preventing a common cause of blindness | The Conversation
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Morocco eliminates trachoma – the leading infectious cause of blindness
Morocco eliminates trachoma – the leading infectious cause of blindness: Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) acknowledged the elimination of trachoma as a public health problem1 in Morocco. Trachoma is the leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide. Transmitted through contact with eye and nose discharge of infected people, particularly young children, it … [Read more...] about Morocco eliminates trachoma – the leading infectious cause of blindness
Africa needs a sustainable solution to deal with cataract blindness | The Conversation
Africa needs a sustainable solution to deal with cataract blindness: HelpMeSeeEach year in the United States more than three million people undergo procedures to remove a cataract. A cataract is a medical condition where the eye’s natural lens which lies behind the iris and the pupil is clouded. It is the principal cause of blindness in the world. … [Read more...] about Africa needs a sustainable solution to deal with cataract blindness | The Conversation
