A proposed US administration rule would allow agency officials to monitor social media accounts of people that are on Social Security disability.
Eyeglasses Project Helping People See More Clearly
Over the past two years, a volunteer-led group that’s trying to help improve the vision of vulnerable people in Vancouver has given free eye exams and free corrective eyewear to more than 150 people.
15 Minute Laser Treatment Saves a Lifetime Use of Eye Drops
This 15-minute treatment reduces fluid pressure within the eye using lasers for patients with glaucoma.
New Laser-Based Technique Allows 3D images of the Eye
Scientists have developed a laser-based technique that can produce a full 3D image of all the layers of the retina, allowing doctors to better diagnose and treat eye diseases such as cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and cancer.
Nanodropper Wins Health Innovation Challenge at Univ. of Washington
What if something as simple as a more precise eyedropper could cut the cost of glaucoma medication by more than half?
This Bracelet Could Help Visually Impaired Children Develop Sense of Space
Designed with children in mind, this wearable device can be worn on a child’s wrist providing extra feedback for the visually impaired. child
Blind Patients Have Vision Restored with Stem Cells From Deceased Organ Donors
Blind people around the world could have their vision actually restored using stem cells taken from the eyes of non-living donors, according to new research from Scotland.
Community Wants to Build First Fully Accessible Outdoor Rink in Western Canada
A community association in northwest Calgary has needed to replace its aging outdoor rink for some time and they hope that a fully accessible rink will be the perfect replacement.
Samsung’s Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner Does What Apple Couldn’t Do
Prior to the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S10 series, there have been smartphones with in-display fingerprint scanners. However, this is the first time a smartphone features an in-display ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. This is because the ones before it are optical and not ultrasonic. Basically, it uses light to create a 2D image of your fingerprint. On the other ultrasonic type, sound waves is used to make a 3D structure of your finger offering more accuracy.
First Braille Laptop DotBook Launches in India
Aiming at creating Independent Access to Digital Content, a feature-packed, ergonomic & affordable refreshable Braille display called Dot Book has been developed for blind and visually impaired users.
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