February is AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month! Check out our latest blog: https://blog.freedomscientific.com/february-is-amd-and-low-vision-awareness-month/

#LowVision #LowVisionAwareness #MacularDegeneration #AMDAwarenss

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February is Low Vision Awareness Month! Learn more about low vision in the blog article: "What is Low Vision?" https://blog.freedomscientific.com/what-is-low-vision/

#LowVision #LowVisionAwareness

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𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵

This month, we focus on raising awareness about low vision in Africa, where millions face this challenge due to limited access to eye care and prevalent health conditions. Low vision is when standard corrective measures like glasses or surgery do not provide clear sight, affecting daily tasks like reading and writing.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻?

In Africa, common causes include cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and age-related macular degeneration. Infectious diseases like trachoma and onchocerciasis (river blindness) also significantly contribute to vision impairment. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Africa bears about 15% of the global burden of blindness and visual impairment.

𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁:

𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝘆𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀:
Enhance awareness about the importance of regular eye check-ups and consultations with eye care professionals.

𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗵𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀:
- Training in the use of magnifying tools and adaptive devices.
- Teaching new skills for safe and independent living.
- Developing navigation strategies for home and community.
- Providing access to local resources and support networks.

𝗠𝗮𝘅𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:

Vision rehabilitation focuses on optimizing existing vision. While it cannot restore lost sight, it provides individuals with tools and techniques for maintaining independence.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱:

Support efforts to improve eye care services in Africa. Raise awareness about low vision and advocate for better resources for those affected.

#LowVisionAwareness #AfricaVisionSupport #EyeHealth #VisionRehabilitation #IndependentLiving #BlindnessSupport #LowVisionHelp #SCABharmacy

Meet Ally, the AI assistant helping Jay, an executive analyst who is blind, work with confidence and independence.

Read Jay’s story: 🔗 https://www.letsenvision.com/blog/ally-big-wins

#AllyEverywhere #LetsEnvision #PerceivePossibility #Accessibily #AI #AssistiveTechnology #Wearable #AI4Good #LowVisionAwareness #LowVision
https://www.letsenvision.com/blog/ally-big-wins

Bill and Joe are having a blast at the VisionServe Alliance Conference in Kansas City! Stop by and visit with them in the exhibit hall at the Vispero Booth.

#Blindness #BlindnessAwareness #LowVision #LowVisionAwareness #VisionRehabilitation #VSA2024LC

We’re thrilled to sponsor VisionServe Alliance's Focused on the Future Conference, April 14-17, in Kansas City to help shape the future of the BVI field!
Learn more & register at http://cvent.me/92Ny35

#VSA2024LC #blindness #blindnessawareness #lowvision
#lowvisionawareness #visionrehabilitation #visionloss

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Just passed all my exams for my low vision therapist diploma! As and B+🥰 Proud moment.
Now all that is left is the 350 hr training credit hours. I am on it wooohoooo
#lowvisionaids #lowvisionawareness #LowVisionTherapist
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