Macular Degeneration

CVS Pharmacy Now Offers “Talking” Prescription Labels Through its Online Pharmacy for Individuals with Vision Impairments

Christina Petrou2020-07-07T19:55:30+00:00

As reported in the Spring 2014 Low Vision Resource Center Newsletter by Dr. Hoang, CVS Pharmacy now provides ScripTalk talking prescription labels for prescriptions ordered for home delivery through its online pharmacy, CVS.com. The ScripTalk labels provide a safe and convenient way to access information on prescription labels for individuals who cannot read standard print. [...]

CVS Pharmacy Now Offers “Talking” Prescription Labels Through its Online Pharmacy for Individuals with Vision ImpairmentsChristina Petrou2020-07-07T19:55:30+00:00

Choosing the right computer for vision impaired individuals

Christina Petrou2020-07-07T19:55:49+00:00

American Foundation for the Blind and Visionaware.org have posted a nice online review by Steve Kellye on some important basics in choosing the right computer for yourself, or for a loved one with loss of vision. They recommend careful evaluation of the most helpful accessibility features. Although individuals will vary on what works best for [...]

Choosing the right computer for vision impaired individualsChristina Petrou2020-07-07T19:55:49+00:00

IRS Provides Online Services for People with Visual Disabilities

Christina Petrou2020-07-07T19:57:10+00:00

People who are blind or visually impaired can download hundreds of the most popular federal tax forms and publications at the IRS Accessibility page. These products range from accessible PDFs to e-Braille and HTML formats and are accessible using screen reading software and refreshable Braille displays. Watch a video introducing you to products and services [...]

IRS Provides Online Services for People with Visual DisabilitiesChristina Petrou2020-07-07T19:57:10+00:00

Gene Therapy Shows Promise Against Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Christina Petrou2012-09-06T20:09:55+00:00

According to MedicalNewsToday.com, a gene therapy approach using a protein called CD59, or protectin, shows promise in slowing the signs of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new in vivo study by researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine. "Treatment was effective when administered at a very specific location beneath the retina, but importantly, [...]

Gene Therapy Shows Promise Against Age-Related Macular DegenerationChristina Petrou2012-09-06T20:09:55+00:00