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Blindness is Not Helplessness: Mistie’s Medical Story

Posted on September 19, 2025 - 3:17 pm by Mistie Hale
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Medical professionals are trained to heal, yet at times forget to listen. For patients who are blind or have low vision, this can mean a hospital stay filled with misunderstandings and unmet needs, in addition to their medical treatment. Medical care should focus on treating a patient’s condition with respect, professionalism, and understanding. Unfortunately, this […]

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