LVPEI hosts Glaucoma Awareness Walk, to raise awareness about the 'Silent Thief of Vision!'

Hyderabad, March 16 -- The LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) organized a Glaucoma Awareness Walk to educate the public about glaucoma, often called the 'Silent Thief of Vision.'

The event aimed to stress the importance of early detection and treatment to prevent irreversible blindness.

Glaucoma is a leading cause of irreversible blindness worldwide, affecting approximately 80 million people. Alarmingly, nearly 50 percent of those affected are unaware they have the condition, particularly in underdeveloped regions. Glaucoma often presents no symptoms until the later stages, making regular eye check-ups crucial. In India alone, 1.12 crore people suffer from glaucoma, with 11 lakh having lost their sight. While glaucoma is serious, timely trea...