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Glaucoma Research Foundation

Contact Information

251 Post Street, Suite 600
San Francisco, CA 94108

800-826-6693 (Voice - Toll-free)
415-986-3162 (Voice)
415-986-3763 (FAX)

Internet Resources

Abstract

The Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) is a national, nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting the sight of people who have glaucoma through research and education. GRF was established in 1978 to support medical research into the causes and treatments of glaucoma. The organization also coordinates the Glaucoma Support Network, a national, telephone-based peer support network for glaucoma patients and their families (8:30 am - 5:00 pm, PST, Monday-Friday). GRF welcomes inquiries and encourages public and professional education.

Publications

The Glaucoma Research Foundation publishes several brochures on glaucoma. Patient information is free-of-charge. Serial publication: Gleams (newsletter), quarterly--research and therapy information. General Publication: Understanding and Living with Glaucoma--36-page patient guide.

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Audit

Date Entered: 8/1/1997
Date Edited: 8/2/2006
Date Revised: 8/7/2006 10:54:21 AM
Health Referral Number: HR2254
Accession Number: DP91A1068
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