Top 5 Common Eye Problems that Cause Low Vision
#LIVE2.0 #Review A statistical study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that an estimated 11 million people in the US over the age of 40 have some form of vision impairment. You may wonder, what accounts for this overwhelming figure? Let’s find out what the facts and figures have to say. […]
Optic Atrophy – An Overview
#LIVE2.0 #Review Before we begin to understand what optic nerve atrophy is, let’s start with an introspective question: have you ever wondered how or what makes sense of what we’re looking at? We all know that our eyes are the lenses that capture a visual or an image, but how do we tell what that […]
How to Prevent Vision Loss Caused by Retinitis Pigmentosa
#LIVE2.0 #Review Retinitis pigmentosa is an inherited eye condition that causes the retina to slowly deteriorate, resulting in gradual loss of vision. The retina is a thin layer of tissue in the back of the eye that allows you to see images. As retinitis pigmentosa progresses, the cells in the retina slowly die off. […]
Low Vision Awareness Month Quiz
#LIVE2.0 #Review Around 2.2 billion people deal with near or distance vision impairment. However, at least 1 billion of these cases could have been prevented, indicated by the World Health Organization. By learning about low vision and vision health, we can take care of our eyes and those around us. Take the quiz […]
5 Common Genetic Eye Conditions
#LIVE2.0 #Review The term “genetic eye diseases” refers to conditions that are caused by a mutation in the DNA of an individual, rather than by an infection or injury. Although these conditions affect vision, they are rarely life-threatening (though you should always consult a doctor for proper diagnosis). In some cases, genetic eye diseases […]
Can Low Vision Aids Improve Quality of Life?
#LIVE2.0 #Review Individuals with low vision are always on the lookout for user-friendly low vision solutions that can enhance independent living and overall quality of life. Difficulty identifying and locating objects, recognizing faces, and poor night vision are just a few of the issues people with visual impairment have to deal with in their […]
Low Vision Solution for Diabetic Retinopathy
#LIVE2.0 #Review 34.2 million Americans—just over 1 in 10—have diabetes. 88 million American adults—approximately 1 in 3—have prediabetes as reported by The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the year 2020. Diabetes can lead to several health problems and complications in various areas of your body, such as the heart, kidneys, eyes, feet, etc. […]
Making the Most Out of IrisVision Inspire 1.1 Updates
#LIVE2.0 #Review What do you get when you pair award-winning software with sleek lightweight low vision wearable glasses? Well, the answer is simple; IrisVision Inspire. This easy-to-use assistive vision device, with a powerful combination of hardware and software is designed to enhance daily living activities. Designed to be more than just a low […]
What Does Vision Look Like with Macular Degeneration?
#LIVE2.0 #Review Our eyes are one of the most frequently used organs of our body, and as we age, their capacities begin to dim. It happens because the structures within the eye slowly begin to deteriorate with age. One of the prime structures that play a vital role in vision development is the ‘retina’, […]
What is the First Sign of Diabetic Retinopathy?
#LIVE2.0 #Review A person can develop type-2 diabetes at any age, even childhood, and can damage different organs of the body due to high blood glucose levels. The long-term effects of diabetes include damage to large (macrovascular) and small (microvascular) blood vessels, which can result in a heart attack, damage kidneys, eyes, gums, feet, […]
