How to promote rehabilitation of AMD and low vision people

Learn about AMD and low vision:

In the United States, vision loss is one of the major public health problems. Despite the many causes of visual loss such as cataracts, diabetes, glaucoma, birth defects, and injuries, the most common cause is AMD and age-related macular degeneration - the leading cause of vision loss in people aged 50 years and older.

How to identify this problem?

Frequent headaches, eye pain, blurred vision, loss of central vision and blurred vision are some of the symptoms of low vision. AMD cannot correct vision loss through glasses, contact lenses, drugs or surgery. It affects everyday activities such as reading, shopping, cooking, watching, etc., causing people to feel helpless and frustrated. You may not notice these changes until they happen. However, the sooner these problems are discovered, the more likely it is that the doctor will be consulted to slow or stop further blindness. Whatever the cause, once you lose sight, it can't recover. However, you can respond to this situation with proper treatment and vision recovery.

What is vision rehabilitation service?

This process includes a wide range of professional services to help people adapt to vision loss, restore function and improve quality of life.

Who provides these services?

They are provided by a team of trained ophthalmologists, occupational therapists, orientation and action specialists. It helps people with low vision to maximize their vision and teach them to live independently and in quality, such as moving safely at home, cooking, reading and other activities without anyone's help. During this month of consciousness in February, rehabilitation services were provided for people with AMD and low vision.

Purpose of special consciousness month from

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February is dedicated to raising awareness of age-related macular degeneration - the main cause of vision loss in the elderly and encouraging them to learn more about how to care for the eyes, understanding symptoms, risk factors and treatment options. Take this opportunity to get involved, share your experiences with others, and motivate them to live a happy life with always low vision.

Ways to promote vision rehabilitation:

AMD will never lead to complete blindness, early detection and timely treatment can avoid serious complications and further loss of vision. There is a saying that "prevention is better than cure." By taking simple precautions, you can reduce the risk of developing AMD and low vision.

• Do not write or read on low-contrast screens and small fonts to make your eyes tired;
• Regular eye examinations;
• If you have any symptoms of low vision, please consult your ophthalmologist immediately;
• Maintain good lighting in the surrounding environment;
• If you happen to be exposed to blue light and ultraviolet light, wear suitable glasses to protect the dye;
• Eat a balanced diet;
• Quit smoking and alcohol.
• There are now more advanced treatment technologies available for low vision, through which you can enjoy a positive and independent life;
• You can raise awareness by collecting commitments to help with rehabilitation services.

Creating consciousness from

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The main purpose of celebrating the National AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month is to raise awareness because these diseases have a huge impact on people, and many of them are unaware of this. Organize a campaign in your community to learn about people with AMD and low vision, their symptoms, risk factors and how to live happily in these diseases. Gifts with gifts are a way to reach the public easily. While there are a variety of items, using a custom silicone wristband in your campaign is one of the best ways to customize it. People like to wear them because they are very attractive and look very fashionable. You can easily get these products online in different colors, types and sizes.

"Uniting is a beginning; unity is progress; working together is success." - We all work together to provide rehabilitation services for AMD and low vision patients.

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