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I would like to extend my gratitude to Gilnahirk presbyterian church for facilitating my fundraising. 100% of the money raised will go to Shankhill Glaucoma centre.

Welcome to Pressure - Eyes , my fundraising venture, I believe in the power of progress in the fight against Glaucoma.Your invaluable support in fundraising for advanced equipment is pivotal for several reasons.

Glaucoma, a sight threatening condition , is characterised by progressive optic nerve damage and can lead to irreversible vision loss. Modern diagnostic tools, fuelled by your generosity, enable early detection ,preserving sight and enhancing patient outcomes. Precision in treatment, made possible by cutting-edge technology, ensures tailored interventions for maximum effectiveness.

Join me in making a profound impact on glaucoma care- your support is a beacon of hope for those affected by this challenging condition.

Together let’s advance eye health, raise awareness and transform lives.

Just over 7 years ago I was diagnosed with advanced glaucoma. Through the care from my friend ( who is also my optician),I was fast tracked through the brilliant NHS and found myself at the Glaucoma clinic in the Shankill Health Centre. The first person I met there was Miss Angela Knox, a consultant specialising in Glaucoma. As you can imagine I was very anxious as I had already lost total sight in 1 eye, and I was convinced that I was going blind.

Angela immediately made me feel that she was on my side and she was determined to preserve my remaining sight.

She went way beyond the call of duty, organising an operation to be performed at the world famous Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.The NHS once more showed how well it could take care of me.Flights and hotels were organised for me and my wife to make the many trips back and forth to the London hospital.

Finally I was returned into the care of Angela and her team in Belfast.

Words cannot adequately describe how the professional, kind ,and generous treatment I received at the glaucoma clinic has helped me through dark times. As a result I have a new-found strength and determination to show the world I won’t be defined by glaucoma.

Pressure-Eyes is my way of thanking the Glaucoma Clinic for all it has done for me. It is also a practical way of helping treat and maybe someday finding a cure for this horrible condition.

To help raise awareness and hopefully more donations me and 14 of my best friends and family will be attempting to climb Kilimanjaro in January 2025. We have all personally paid for this trip, so all money raised will go to the glaucoma clinic. It’s going to be a challenging expedition, and I know my sight loss will add an extra layer of difficulty. However with my friends and family with me on the climb I know the support will be amazing!

So can I thank Christine, Clara, Ali, Rory, Claire, Alan, Mary, Paul, Lena, Bryan, Sanjeev, Danny and Monica for joining me on this adventure. To all of you who have so kindly donated I also send you my profound thanks.

Andrew

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