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‘Low Vision Mode’ Coming to Smart TV
Samsung recently previewed technology for easier viewing of screen displays.
January 13, 2023
Low Vision Therapy Underused Across the Board
Though a new program boosted referrals, experts say the numbers are still low and many patients remain unaware or resistant to the possible interventions for a variety of reasons.
December 8, 2022
New Upgrade to Eyedaptic Low Vision Smart Glasses
The latest Eye5 model features facial detection, the company says.
November 4, 2022
Many Seniors Miss Out on Assistive Apps for Low Vision
A clinical trial found that rather than being unwilling to use them, most elderly patients are simply unaware that these tools exist.
March 11, 2022
Low Vision Rehabilitation Improves Quality of Life
Combining psychological therapies with methods of overcoming deficits helped improve function and well-being, meta-analysis says.
June 16, 2021
Depression Common Among Patients with Visual Impairment
One in four patients were affected by this condition.
June 4, 2021
See with the Brain: Neurostimulation for the Blind
Future cortical visual prostheses may be able to create retinal maps that bypass the eyes entirely.
May 20, 2021
Home Lighting Improvements May Reduce Falls in Elderly
Vision impairment is among the top risk factors, but brighter environments can help, study finds.
May 18, 2021
Caregivers to Visually Impaired Elderly Suffer Greater Emotional Demands
These individuals devoted 36% more hours than those who looked after older people without visual issues.
April 26, 2021
Cancer Screening Less Common in Visually Impaired Elderly
Older Americans with self-reported vision problems were less likely to undergo breast and colon cancer screening.
November 16, 2020
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