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Resource Guide for Glaucoma

by Mary Calvagna, MS

En Español (Spanish Version)
The Glaucoma Foundation
Address:

80 Maiden Lane, Suite 1206

New York, NY 10038

Phone:

1-212-285-0080

Internet address:

http://www.glaucomafoundation.org/

Description of services provided:

This not-for-profit organization provides an “Eye-to-Eye” Newsletter, which can be downloaded from their website for free. You can also find a youth support group resource and information about glaucoma-related events happening all over the country.

Glaucoma Research Foundation
Address:

490 Post Street, Suite 1427

San Francisco CA 94102

Phone:

1-800-826-6693

Internet address:

http://www.glaucoma.org

Description of services provided:

This site not only provides information on glaucoma, but also on how to be a volunteer. You will also find an interactive bulletin board where you can ask questions, share tips, and voice concerns.

National Eye Institute
Address:

2020 Vision Place

Bethesda MD 20892-3655

Phone:

301-496-5248

Internet address:

http://www.nei.nih.gov

Description of services provided:

This federally funded website provides information on all different types of eye diseases. In addition, you can find out about the latest research, news, and events.

Canadian Resources: CNIB
National Office Address:

1929 Bayview Avenue

Toronto, ON M4G 3E8

Phone:

1-800-563-2642

Internet address:

http://www.cnib.ca/

Description of services provided:

CNIB is the primary source of support, information and most importantly, hope, for all Canadians affected by vision loss.

Last reviewed September 2012 by Brian Randall

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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