March 11, 2026

Discussing Glaucoma With Your Family

Discussing Glaucoma With Your Family
Discussing Glaucoma With Your Family
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Discussing Glaucoma With Your Family

Family history is one of the strongest risk factors for glaucoma—having a parent, sibling, or child with the disease can increase your risk by up to 10 times. In this episode, Dr. Inas Aboobakar explains the role of genetics and family history in glaucoma, what and when to share with relatives, and how to encourage glaucoma eye exams. You’ll also learn about practical resources to help families take proactive steps together.