Vision & Health Blog

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• Blog

  The Switch to Microsoft Edge 

  Starting June 15, 2022, the Microsoft Internet Explorer browser will no longer be supported on Microsoft Windows 10 and older operating systems. Internet Explorer users are encouraged to…

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Life’s Not Over It Just Looks Different

  Public speaker and author Christopher Gordon shares the powerful insight that inspired him to continue living his life to the fullest despite sudden vision loss.

  

• On Tech & Vision Podcast

  Innovations in Intraocular Pressure and Closed Loop Drug Delivery Systems

  Max Ostermeier, CEO and Founder of Implandata Ophthalmic Products out of Hannover Germany, has reimagined the remote management and care of patients with glaucoma. Max and his team developed the EyeMate system, a microscopic implantable device and micro sensor that measures intraocular pressure throughout the day.

  

• Blog

  Smartphone Apps and Resources for People with Vision Loss or Impairment

  Originally posted on Senior LivingRevised 4/2023 Poor vision is frustrating and can mean anything from trouble seeing things up close to loss of central vision…

  

• Blog

  Change in Rehabilitation Needs and Activity Limitations Following Low Vision Rehabilitation Among Adults With Acquired Visual Impairment in England

  Written by  Bruce P. Rosenthal OD, FAAO, Chief of Low Vision Services, Lighthouse Guild TAKE-HOME MESSAGE This study utilized the Participation and Activity Inventory (PAI) to assess…

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Envision Your Future with the College Success Program

  Envision’s College Success Program is an all-virtual, holistic support system that helps guide students as they transition from high school to college. Hear firsthand from mentors and mentees as they share out personal insights and successes.

  

• On Tech & Vision Podcast

  Restoring Vision: Code Breaking and Optogenetics

  Until recently, no one knew the code the retina used to communicate with the brain to create sight. Our guest Dr. Sheila Nirenberg, a neuroscientist at Weill Cornell, and Principal and Founder of Bionic Sight has — using input-output mapping — cracked the retina’s neural code, enabling her to recreate the electric signals to the brain that could restore sight in people with retinal degeneration.

  

• Blog

  Magnifying Devices Help Those With Vision Loss

  By Angel Pacheco Originally posted on Able News Experts have been assessing and training individuals in assistive technology for decades. Great strides have been made…

  

• Tele-Support Talks

  Developing Self Advocacy Skills

  One of the most important skills children with visual impairments can learn is the ability to advocate for themselves. Self-advocacy includes speaking up for themselves and making decisions to help attain their goals. During this discussion, Dr. Joy Harris will provide tips and strategies for parents to help build the skills and confidence your child needs to be an effective self-advocate.

  

• Una Declaración de Derechos para Todos los Niños con Discapacidad Visual y sus Familias

  Introducción: Además de los numerosos principios educativos que han demostrado ser beneficiosos para los niños con discapacidad visual, todas las disposiciones de lo que constituye…