World Glaucoma Day
NAEVR is pleased to participate in and promote several of the United States-based events associated with second annualWorld Glaucoma Day on March 12, 2009, which is dedicated to increasing the awareness of the incidence and economic burden associated with the disease. Since it serves as the Friends of the National Eye Institute (NEI), NAEVR is emphasizing the vital role of NEI-funded research into this group of diseases that damage the optic nerve and lead to vision loss. In fact, glaucoma is the second leading cause of preventable vision loss in the U.S., with individuals over the age of 60 and minority populations, especially African Americans and Hispanics, having a disproportionately higher risk and incidence.
Please access the links below to learn more about the events and statements recognizing this historic day. To see more about last year's World Glaucoma Day Events, scroll down to the bottom of the page.
Press Releases
February 25, 2009
United Nations Officials to be Screened for Glaucoma on March 11, 2009February 18, 2009
AEVR Recognizes Second Annual World Glaucoma Day with March 10 Congressional Briefing
World Glaucoma Day Events
Fact Sheets/Web Sites
NEI Statement on World Glaucoma Day
2008 World Glaucoma Day Press Releases
February 20, 2008
NAEVR Supports Major Events in March 2008 to Expand Glaucoma Awareness and Educate About the Impact of NEI-Funded Research into the Disease
2008 World Glaucoma Day Events
2008 World Glaucoma Day Resolutions and Proclamations
H.Res. 981, Congressional Resolution Recognizing World Glaucoma Day
Proclamation from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg Recognizing World Glaucoma Day
Proclamation from Wisconsin Governor Jim Doyle Recognizing World Glaucoma Week