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Every year around this time, we find ourselves having conversations about New Year’s resolutions. They often focus on physical health (exercise more, eat less), finances (spend less, save more), or mental health (sleep better, reduce stress). Some of us feel ambitious and aim for all three, and if we are lucky, we make it to […]

Red public health graphic stating “You could have glaucoma and not know it.” Text encourages scheduling a dilated eye exam. An outline of the United States is filled with people icons showing that 50% know they have glaucoma and 50% do not. Includes the National Eye Health Education Program logo and a link to nei.nih.gov/glaucoma.

January Is Glaucoma Awareness Month

NEHEP Graph Encouraging Having a Dilated Eye Exam January is glaucoma awareness month. This month, APH VisionAware is partnering with the National Eye Health Education Program (NEHEP) to provide important resources and updated information about glaucoma and other eye conditions.  According to NEHEP, glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States […]

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Trio of photos from Richard Rueda's Camino de Santiago walk: a city plaza, Richard hiking on a wooded path, and a wide beach shoreline.

Walking the Camino de Santiago Blind

We often call the things we yearn to do in life items on our bucket list. For some, that list may be full of adventures; for others, it might be a single dream that lingers quietly in the background. At 51, I admit I had never clearly defined mine, yet I knew that when opportunities […]

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Managing Depression with Vision Loss During the Holidays and Beyond 

The holiday season is tough on those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and stress. Let’s face it, for many of us, the family gatherings, endless shopping, and chaotic parties can leave us feeling down and exhausted. Furthermore, vision loss can change how you experience the holidays and may increase emotional stress, especially as you adjust to new routines.   Many people who are blind or have […]

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Table Manners for Blind or Low Vision Teens 

Teens who are blind or have low vision need to learn many things to be successful in the modern world.  One of these important areas is appropriate table manners when dining with friends, family, or work colleagues. Sometimes, while at home or with friends at school, we can get lax.  Imagine being invited to a […]

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