Category: Health
My Experience Using Zoom for a Telehealth Appointment
After my primary care physician cancelled my appointment in mid-March because of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was not sure about meeting again. I had not been sick, and this was just a routine checkup. Things have been up and down and every day something new happens with this virus. So, I decided to wait patiently, … Continued
Pink Eye and the Coronavirus
Since eye care providers are limiting their practice to urgent and emergency care during the coronavirus crisis, it is a good time to learn some eye safety tips and home remedies for simple eye problems. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) provides guidelines for home care of eye injuries and common conditions, which may save … Continued
Macular Degeneration Treatments during the Coronavirus Pandemic
You may be worried about getting important treatments for your eye condition – especially if treatment is critical to saving vision. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the American Macular Degeneration Foundation (AMDF) offer advice to help patients navigate the changes in eye care during this coronavirus crisis. We summarize the experts here but … Continued
Eye Care Concerns during COVID-19
Many people with eye conditions are worried about the health of their eyes during the coronavirus crisis. Some patients will experience interruption to their regular eye care appointments, but rest assured for those who need urgent or emergency care or vision-preserving treatments, it will most likely be available. The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and … Continued
How to Stay Connected with Your Parent in an Assisted Living Facility during the COVID-19 Crisis
By Mary E. Worstell, MPH, Adult Daughter, Caregiver, Member of the Aging and Vision Loss National Coalition, and Retired HHS Senior Advisor My mother is 97 and has severe hearing and vision loss. I have seen her world shrink as she has almost completely stopped reading, which was her passion, and her hearing has worsened … Continued
Getting through the COVID-19 Crisis: Tips on Being Safe and Connected with Vision Loss
As we work our way through the COVID-19 crisis, it’s time to step back and look at how we do our everyday tasks in a safe and healthy manner. The VisionAware Peer Advisors are starting this series with a section on basic hygiene measures that the CDC recommends. Personal Hygiene: Basic Measures to Follow to … Continued
COVID-19 Resource List for People with Vision Loss
American Foundation for the Blind Coronavirus Resources Including AccessWorld Blogs American Foundation for the Blind COVID-19 Advocacy Kit CDC Recommendations for How to Protect Yourself Symptoms and Protocol to Follow Resources on the Coronavirus for People with Vision Loss National Braille Press book on food delivery options Managing Anxiety Around the Coronavirus American Academy of … Continued
Early Warning Signs of Dementia and Its Effects on Vision
Editor’s note: For Older American’s Month, Sandra Burgess shares her experiences with her mother’s onset of dementia. Losing Memory Slowly My mom began to lose her memory very slowly. So slowly, in fact, that it was not terribly noticeable nor was it enough of an issue to cause her or her family any concern. My … Continued
Instant Pot: A Tool for the Blind or Visually Impaired Cook
The Instant Pot, a Magnificent Obsession This would make an excellent gift. The Instant Pot is one of the latest cooking crazes, and with good reason! Actually, it is just one of many brands of a small kitchen appliance called a multicooker, a single product that can perform the jobs of many. The main function … Continued