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Eyecbetter announces Amy Dixon, PLY (Paralympian), as new Director of Patient Advocacy

Reading Time: 2 minutes (Image Credit: eyecbetter) As a gold medalist with profound vision loss, she will lead advocacy efforts for people with glaucoma that are designed to empower patients to participate actively in their glaucoma treatment journey September 23, 2023 Martin David Harp Eyecbetter has announced the appointment of Amy Dixon, PLY, as the company’s new Director of […]

Digital Healthcare Startup eyecbetter Launches Regulation C Crowdfunding Campaign on StartEngine.

Reading Time: 2 minutes Joy Glen, Chief Marketing Officer, Amy Dixon, Director of Patient Advocacy, Dr. Joel Solano, Founder & CEO (PRNewsfoto/eyecbetter) Renowned Glaucoma Specialist Dr. Joel Solano Connects Glaucoma Patients with Innovative Digital Health Solutions that Help Prevent Blindness and Vision Loss. LA QUINTA, Calif., Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Eyecbetter, a cutting-edge glaucoma digital health company founded by Dr. Joel […]

Tips for Glaucoma Prevention

Reading Time: 2 minutes Author: Alan Goodloe Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss or blindness if left untreated. Unfortunately, there is no cure for glaucoma, but there are ways to prevent or slow down its progression. Regular Eye Exams: The most important step in preventing glaucoma is […]

Latest Breakthroughs in Glaucoma

Reading Time: 2 minutes Author: Alan Goodloe Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness, and early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for preventing vision loss. Here are some of the latest breakthroughs that are impacting the lives of glaucoma patients: Gene Therapy: Researchers have developed a new gene therapy that can help reduce eye pressure in animals with glaucoma. […]

Tips to Maintain your Mental Health with Glaucoma

Reading Time: 2 minutes  Author: Alan Goodloe Glaucoma is a chronic disease that affects the optic nerve and causes vision loss. It can be challenging to adjust to the changes in your vision and cope with the emotional impact of the disease. Here are some things you can do to take care of your mental health while living with […]

Does Smoking Have an Impact on Glaucoma?

Reading Time: < 1 minute Author: Joy Glen Yes, smoking can have a negative impact on glaucoma. Studies have shown that smoking can increase the risk of developing glaucoma and can worsen the condition in those who already have it. Smoking can lead to decreased blood flow to the eyes, which can damage the optic nerve and exacerbate the symptoms […]

Recent Advancements in Glaucoma

Reading Time: 2 minutes  Author: Joy Glen Glaucoma is a chronic eye condition that damages the optic nerve causing vision loss, which can lead to blindness. According to the World Health Organization, it is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. Over 80 million people suffer from this disease worldwide. There is currently no cure for glaucoma, but with […]

How Important is Medication Adherence for People Living with Glaucoma?

Reading Time: 2 minutes Author: Joy Glen Glaucoma is a condition that affects the optic nerve and can cause vision loss if left untreated. The most common form of glaucoma is open-angle glaucoma, which occurs when the drainage canals in the eye become clogged, leading to increased intraocular pressure. Elevated intraocular pressure can damage the optic nerve, which sends […]