Vision & Health Blog

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  Women’s Eye Health Tips from Lighthouse Guild

  macular degeneration, disorders that can lead to vision loss if left unchecked. Pregnancy and menopause can also impact vision.

  

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  Five Tips for People with Vision Loss from Lighthouse Guild Social Workers

  Social workers are essential in helping people with vision loss manage challenges. From addressing urgent and chronic life issues, to making sure people can get to their appointments, get their medications and access needed medical equipment, social workers are on hand to offer professional guidance and smooth the way. 

  

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  Low Vision Care and Services: Vision Rehabilitation

  This 13-minute video presentation describes vision rehabilitation services and illustrates the impact vision rehabilitation has in the lives of people with vision impairment.  The low vision exam, assistive devices, rehabilitation for daily activities, orientation and mobility instruction, and behavioral health services are discussed.

  

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  Common Vision Terminology

  This 20-minute video presentation defines and discusses common vison-related terms that apply to how we see, how vision is assessed, eye professionals, and a variety of conditions that can affect vision.

  

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  Dispelling the Myths about Low Vision

  Low Vision is a serious condition that affects more than seven million people in the United States. However, there are several misunderstandings about low vision among people. Watch this video featuring Dr. Laura Sperazza, Director of Vision Rehabilitation Services, and Dr. Rebekah Lin, a Low Vision Specialist, where they debunk some common myths about low vision.

  

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  Dr. Calvin Roberts Talks about Glaucoma on The Dave Nemo Show, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Station

  Dr. Calvin Roberts talks about Glaucoma — screening, prevention, and current treatments — on The Dave Nemo Show, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking station. 

  

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  What Should You Know About Low Vision?

  February is Low Vision Awareness Month. According to the National Eye Institute, 3 million Americans ages 40 and older have low vision. It is crucial to understand what low vision is, how to detect it, and how to take steps toward safety and accessibility if you are living with low vision.

  

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  What Older Americans Need to Know About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

  related macular degeneration, also known as AMD, is a common eye disease that can threaten your vision, particularly if you are over 60.

  

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  Glaucoma with Dr. Laura Sperazza

  States and is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it robs people of vision slowly and without early symptoms.

  

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  Glaucoma Myths vs. Facts from Lighthouse Guild

  NEW YORK (January 5, 2024) – Glaucoma affects over 3 million people in the United States and is often called the “silent thief of sight” because it robs people of vision slowly and without early symptoms. January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a great time to emphasize the importance of regular eye check-ups for early detection of glaucoma and other eye diseases.