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What is a desktop video magnifier? A video magnifier is a reading aid for people with low vision that maximizes the remaining sight so it’s possible to read and view photos again. When you are in need
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Your Sight Depends on Seeing the Right Eye Care Provider at the Right Time When it's time to "get your eyes checked," make sure you are seeing the right eye care professional for your needs. Ophthalmo
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A video magnifier, or closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, uses a stand-mounted or handheld video camera to project a magnified image onto a video monitor, a television (TV) screen, or a computer
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Losing vision does not mean giving up your activities, but it does mean applying new ways of doing them. Is it difficult to read newspapers and price tags, set dials, or manage glare? There are many t
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Macular degeneration is the loss of central vision – it is not blindness but rather low vision.
Low vision means that a person’s vision cannot be corrected by prescription glasses or through any medic
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2018 Comprehensive Eye Care Section Ocular Photography Contest Now Open The Comprehensive Eye Care Section would like to announce that the 2018 Ocular Photography Contest is currently open and will c
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What Is Low Vision? Low vision is an umbrella term used to describe eyesight from a moderate vision-impairment to near-total blindness after correction from surgery, medication, contact lenses, or gla
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By Bryan Gerritsen, M.A., CLVT
Edited by Maureen A. Duffy, M.S., CVRT What Are Electronic Magnifying Systems?
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Low vision is not a normal symptom of aging. If you have noticed changes in your vision, see your eye doctor right away. Regular medical eye exams by an ophthalmologist are important to diagnose eye d
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What is Low Vision?
Low vision is an eyesight condition which causes a person to be unable to accomplish daily tasks due to sight impairments. Low vision occurs when an individual struggles with any
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Low vision is a term that refers to vision 20/70 or worse that cannot be fully corrected by glasses or contact lenses. People with low vision generally fall into two groups: partially sighted (meaning
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This list not necessarily a complete listing of all organizations, manufacturers or distributors nor does listing imply ACB endorsement. Organizations
Aids and Devices Organizations American Academy
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With low vision, you cannot see well enough to do everyday tasks — even with regular glasses , contact lenses , medicine or surgery. There are many signs of vision loss, including finding it difficu
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What Are Low Vision Optical Devices? By Bryan Gerritsen, M.A., CLVT
Edited by Maureen A. Duffy, M.S., CVRT What Are Low Vision Optical Devices?
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"Near" Optical Devices
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By Bryan Gerritsen, M.A., CLVT
Edited by Maureen A. Duffy, M.S., CVRT What Are Low Vision Devices? Low vision devices can help you make the most of your vision so that you can perform everyday tas