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UK: More than a Million Over 40s Living with Glaucoma

New modeling data estimate higher glaucoma prevalence in the UK, with cases expected to increase over the coming decades

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  • February 20, 2026

  • 3 min

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    Current glaucoma cases in the UK: 1.1 million.

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    Projected cases by 2060: over 1.6 million.

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    Prevalence among adults over 85: 11%.

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    Undiagnosed glaucoma cases: over 500,

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    Higher prevalence in African descent individuals: 4%.

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    Late diagnosis leads to avoidable vision loss for 40% of glaucoma patients.

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    Need for increased diagnostic capacity and healthcare resources.

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UK: More than a Million Over 40s Living with Glaucoma

New modeling data estimate higher glaucoma prevalence in the UK, with cases expected to increase over the coming decades

  • February 20, 2026

  • 3 min

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