H.R. No. 2682 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, More than three million Americans are estimated to suffer from glaucoma, the leading cause of preventable blindness in the United States; and WHEREAS, Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases characterized by gradual damage to the optic nerve, which over time causes irreversible vision loss; in the early stages of its most common form, there are virtually no symptoms, and many sufferers are unaware that they have the disease until significant and permanent damage is done; and WHEREAS, Although a cure has yet to be found, early detection is crucial to slowing optic nerve damage and preserving eyesight in patients with glaucoma; the need for greater awareness is particularly acute in certain high-risk groups, including the elderly, diabetics, and persons of African, Asian, and Hispanic descent, who are encouraged to be proactive in protecting their eye health by undergoing regular examinations; and WHEREAS, Glaucoma can be treated and managed if detected in time, and National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January provides an important opportunity to promote education about this debilitating disease; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 85th Texas Legislature hereby recognize National Glaucoma Awareness Month in January 2018 and urge Texans to learn more about glaucoma detection and treatment. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2682 was adopted by the House on May 29, 2017, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House