Watch Me Work!I began working when I was 15 years old, at a fast food Italian restaurant called Fazoli’s. At Fazoli’s I was a cashier and a service leader. As you can... By Christine Joy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Our Accessibility Feature ToolbarYou may have noticed that we have an accessibility feature toolbar added onto our site. This feature allows community members to change the size, color, or contrast of the text... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Atomic Level Self-DestructionHello, there! How are ya? Last time I talked about the servants, retinal pigment epithelial cells, weakening and dying. This leads to the death of photoreceptors and our loss of... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What Is Glaucoma?Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages your optic nerve. Glaucoma most often occurs when fluid builds up in the front part of your eye. That extra fluid increases the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Advancing Age, Advancing AMDWhen I was 58, I went to my optometrist thinking I needed a new prescription for glasses. He informed me I had a cataract and it would be a fairly... By Cora Lyn Sears2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
You Don’t Have to Always Feel Held BackSometimes, it really can seem easy to feel held back by vision loss, but maybe it doesn’t have to. Today, I challenge you to find ‘the good’ in your diagnosis... By Andrea Junge1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What is Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) and Macular Edema Following RVO (MEfRVO)?Arteries and veins transport blood through the body, including to the eyes. Each retina has one central artery and one central vein. Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO) happens when blood and... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are Cataracts?Cataracts are a common age-related eye condition that will affect more than half of people in the United States in their lifetime. This article will discuss what cataracts are, what... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Just DiagnosedI’m an administrator of a Facebook group I created in May 2016 for those with macular degeneration. Most of the members have age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but there are some... By Linda C Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
What is Macular Edema?When blood vessels in the macula become damaged and leak, it causes swelling. This is called macular edema. The retina is a light-sensing tissue located at the back of the... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Hi, I’m AndreaSometimes I think the powers that be put all of their power and energy into the beauty of my eyes and not their ability to function properly. My giant baby... By Andrea Junge3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
What is a Macular Hole?A macular hole is a small break in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. The center of the retina is called the macula. It is... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Creating Successful Systems in the KitchenWhen living with low vision, even the most mundane tasks, such as reading food labels, can be difficult. That's why it's so important to create systems. And the best place... By Samuel Seavey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
What is Diabetic Retinopathy?Diabetic retinopathy is a condition that can occur in patients with diabetes. The most common cause of vision loss for people with diabetes, diabetic retinopathy is caused by damage to... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Beginning of the End of My VisionHi! How are you? I am back again. Last time I told you I pretty much was destined to develop age-related macular degeneration. It was a family tradition! This time... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Buy the TicketsLife has this really hard, messy, gorgeous thing that it does called change. If you’re here reading this, you have no doubt experienced it, and know that some changes are... By Andrea Junge3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both potential risks and benefits. While informed consent frequently... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is a Clinical Trial Right for Me? 5 Questions to Help You DecideMaking decisions can be tough, especially when they relate to your health! One decision you may face is whether or not participating in a clinical trial is right for you. There... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous treatment didn’t work, and allow patients to be... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments