Month: January 2015

Saving Vision One Screening at a Time

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on January 21, 2015

Glaucoma has been called “the silent thief of sight.” Unlike other eye maladies, glaucoma is quiet, subtle, hidden. With something like a cataract, chalazion, or a black eye, the problem is pretty obvious. Something is clearly wrong. However, glaucoma can sneak up on you, unawares, and literally steal you blind. How can you be on… Read More

Glaucoma: Are You at Risk?

Posted by: West Georgia Eye Care Center in Frontpage Article on January 15, 2015

It is estimated that only half of the 2.2 million Americans with glaucoma are even aware they have it. Glaucoma can be subtle at first, with no fireworks, no flashy symptoms. In the absence of obvious manifestations, many people do not realize the need for regular exams to check for disease. Ignorance is not bliss… Read More