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Eyes, glaucoma

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Glaucoma: Disease (there is more than one type) characterized by increased pressure within the eye.

Glaucoma can lead to blindness.

Glaucoma is five times more likely to occur in Blacks than in Whites.

Early detection of glaucoma is essential to the preservation of vision.

Glaucoma can be treated with medications, laser or traditional surgery

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