“The Silent Thief of Sight” Deserves a Louder Conversation
January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a condition that is the leading cause of blindness for African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Asian Americans. Glaucoma is coined “The Silent Thief of Sight” by ophthalmologists because of its undetectable early symptoms. Unfortunately, most people with glaucoma do not realize they have it until the later stages. This is often due to a lack of awareness about the stealthy condition.
Our Continued Success Depends on You
Every month Bosma’s website features the success of individuals who have benefited from one of Bosma’s programs. Each story is a testament to the resilience of everyday people who, with the training and encouragement of Bosma’s talented staff, volunteers, and donors, are thriving.