Glaucoma support group launched
The Hindu
TMA Pai Hospital, Manipal, Department of Ophthalmology, Kasturba Medical College and Hospital, Manipal, and Department of Optometry at Manipal College of Health Professionals (MCHP) launched the glaucoma support group in Udupi on Saturday on the occasion of ‘ World Glaucoma Week’ which is observed worldwide in the second week of March.
Vinod Bhat, executive vice-president, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, who inaugurated the group, said that the group will be a common platform to exchange information and support each other. He suggested to develop glaucoma awareness booklets in Kannada and English to educate people.More Related News
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