Eye opening results from UV research
The eyes are just as vulnerable if not more vulnerable to UV rays as the skin, yet 85% of South African's don't think that damage to the eyes is one of the most harmful effects of extended exposure to the sun. This and other startling results were revealed in the recent Transitions Healthy Sight for Life Fund survey, conducted by world-renowned research company Ipsos. 3 Jul 2008 11:38

Diet rich in omega-3 may avoid common cause of loss of sight
New research suggests that one of the most common causes of vision loss could be avoided by eating food rich in omega-3 fatty acids. 10 Jun 2008 07:28

Free glaucoma testing conducted by SAGS in Mamelodi
World Glaucoma Day has been developed by The World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patient Organization in response to the concern over the worldwide increase in the number of people with glaucoma (also known as “the sneak thief of sight”) and the resulting increase in the number of people who could go blind from this disease as the population increases and ages. 18 Mar 2008 13:03

First ever World Glaucoma Day
World Glaucoma Day has been developed by The World Glaucoma Association and the World Glaucoma Patient Organization in response to the concern over the worldwide increase in the number of people with glaucoma (also known as “the sneak thief of sight”) and the resulting increase in the number of people who could go blind from this disease as the population increases and ages. 5 Mar 2008 12:19