Preserving your social life and protecting your mental health are key to living well with vision loss
Start low-vision rehabilitation as soon as possible and see your retina specialist at least every six months
It’s critical to have the proper eyewear if you plan to look up at the sun, especially during the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024
Taking care of yourself helps you take care of your loved one
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Installing grab bars and taping down area rugs may make navigating life with vision loss easier
Eating a balanced diet can help protect your eyes and may prevent AMD from progressing
They may help, but it depends on factors like the stage of your disease
A low-vision evaluation can help identify your best options
A decrease in visual signals to your brain can lead to seeing things that aren’t really there
A loss of central vision might complicate things behind the wheel