A team of scientists at University of Utah Health work to develop glaucoma therapies that treat pressure in the front of the eye and prevent damage in the back of the eye.
Barbara Van Asdlan has led an adventurous life. Using quick, active hand gestures, she explains her history as a nurse at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany. Her time in Europe sparked her love of travel and learning about new cultures and communities. Today in her mid-70s, Barbara has not slowed down, but a diagnosis of glaucoma did give her pause.
“When I was told I had glaucoma, it was shocking and devastating,” Barbara said. “I knew if I didn’t get it treated I was going to go blind. Nothing could be as bad as being blind.”
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