The IALVS Blog

Read all the latest information on low vision, low vision devices and new options to improve your vision and quality of life. Find articles about new treatments, telescopic lenses, prisms and other options for improving your eye sight. Check back often to stay updated!

How Can Diabetes Cause Low Vision?

June 11, 2023

Diabetes is a prevalent condition that impacts the lives of nearly 3 million Americans. As diabetes affects the blood, it can have…

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Navigating the Road with Low Vision: the Role of Aids and Devices

February 1, 2023

Hitting the road with low vision can be a challenging task, but with the help of various low vision aids and devices,…

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Peripheral Vision Loss? Side Vision Awareness Glasses Can Help

January 1, 2023

Normal peripheral vision allows you to be aware of your surroundings to the right, left, and above and below your line of…

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How to Read With Low Vision 

December 15, 2022

People with low vision often struggle with reading due to eye conditions such as glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, and macular degeneration.  There are…

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Can You Drive With Macular Degeneration?

November 15, 2022

For many, the ability to drive a car means freedom, control and independence. But as a person ages, they may develop certain…

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Struggling With Low Vision? We Can Help!

September 30, 2022

Most people experience some degree of vision loss as they age. But if your eye problems have made basic daily tasks difficult…

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Dealing with Vision Loss? These Low Vision Aids Can Help

June 25, 2022

If you have low vision, it’s easy to get discouraged. Fortunately, low vision aids enable you to make the most of your…

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Dating With Low Vision

March 16, 2022

For people with low vision, the logistics of dating can sometimes feel overwhelming. Your visual needs can change the dynamics of how…

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4 Signs You Have a Visual Contrast Sensitivity Problem

February 27, 2022

Contrast sensitivity allows you to tell the difference between the foreground and background. It’s a crucial aspect of your visual function, particularly…

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5 Reading Tips Following Retinal Detachment Surgery

January 23, 2022

Retinal detachment is a sight-threatening condition that requires immediate attention. When the light-sensitive retina has slipped out of its position, surgery is…

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