HEALTH
The Affordable Care Act: Making a difference for African AmericansIt has been two years since President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act, and already, the new law is improving the lives of African Americans. More » |
Glaucoma, the thief of sightIt all started four years ago when Chance Flaherty, then 14, could not read the Jumbotron at a Celtics game. Nor could he see the numbers on the back of the players' jerseys. More » |
Still at risk - even with 20/20Petra Ebisemiju, a 67-year-old retired school nurse, didn't know much about glaucoma before she was diagnosed with the disease. But she knows a lot now and is absolutely right when she says it is a "tricky little disease." More » |
Are you at risk for glaucoma?Actually, everyone is, but some groups are at higher risk than others. More » |
The best attack against glaucomaIt may not be possible to prevent glaucoma, but it is easy to diagnose and treat. The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends -- beginning at age 40 -- having eye exams every one to two years. Those with increased risk should begin earlier. More » |
Like looking through a tunnelGlaucoma initially affects peripheral or side vision, but can impair tunnel vision if left untreated. Vision lost from glaucoma cannot be regained. More » |
