Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of visual impairment in people over age 60. Because it affects millions of senior adults, it deserves a great deal of attention. Another common condition also deserving of consideration is dry eye. Dry eye often accompanies AMD, but only because it most commonly affects the same [Read More]
Category: Eye Conditions
Women Face Higher Risk of Blindness Than Men
Studies show there is a gender gap in eye disease. Women are more likely than men to suffer from sight-threatening conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), cataracts, and glaucoma.1 In support of Healthy Vision Month in May, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds women to make vision a top priority. Women make up 65 percent [Read More]
Large Study Shows 1 in 5 People With Vision Loss Experience Hallucinations
A new study conducted by the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) has found that one in five Canadians with vision loss who were surveyed experience visual hallucinations, known as Charles Bonnet Syndrome (CBS). The study, titled “Prevalence of visual hallucinations in a national low vision client population”, published in the most recent issue [Read More]
Glaucoma Awareness Can Help Save Your Vision
Important Information from the National Eye Institute Glaucoma is a major cause of vision loss in the U.S. While it currently affects about 3 million Americans, estimates show 6.3 million could have glaucoma by 2050. With Glaucoma Awareness Month in January, it’s a good time to think about scheduling a comprehensive dilated eye exam, especially [Read More]
Hyperacuity Grid
This uses your hyperacuity to easily locate areas of visual distortion possibly caused by fluid or blood leakage in your retina. Print this page, then cut out the strip of dots below. With one eye shut, gaze at the center of the graph from a distance of about 12 inches (30 cm). Slide the strip [Read More]