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Statins May Protect People from Developing Glaucoma
October 08, 2026
LA JOLLA, California, Oct. 8 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:

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Statins May Protect People from Developing Glaucoma

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People with glaucoma who are taking statins appear less likely to need surgery.

Key Takeaways

* Glaucoma is caused by permanent damage to the optic nerve and is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness.

* Research from UC San Diego h . . .

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