Preventing Vision Loss
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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.
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Diabetes Awareness
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 373 million Americans have diabetes. That’s 1 in 10 people in the U.S.! Possibly even more worrisome, an estimated 96 million adults in the country (1 in 3) have prediabetes.
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month
Improving health and avoiding diabetes-related complications is essential for millions of people in the United States who have diabetes. One of the most common and serious complications of diabetes is vision loss. Lighthouse Guild offers the following tips to help reduce risk and preserve eyesight.
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Dr. Calvin Roberts Talks about Contact Lenses on The Dave Nemo Show, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Station
Dr. Calvin Roberts talks about Contact Lenses on The Dave Nemo Show, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking station. Road Dog Trucking keeps over a million professional drivers and industry stakeholders informed of current and pending issues affecting the trucking industry, ranging from transportation legislation and technology to health and wellness.
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Can My Child See the Blackboard?
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, a national health observance during back-to-school season that highlights the importance of protecting children’s vision and eye health.
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