Ophthalmology community effort offers free exams and early diagnosis of blindness in Ubaíra
Ubaíra, Brazil is hosting a free ophthalmological event offering a variety of eye exams and early diagnosis services until February 28.
Parasite that devours eyes. It mainly attacks contact lens wearers
An eye infection caused by the Acanthamoeba protozoan, commonly found in water, poses a severe risk to contact lens wearers, potentially leading to blindness if misdiagnosed.
Blind women speak honestly: this is the biggest myth that people believe about us
Blind women challenge common misconceptions about their lives and experiences in a new theater production.
A Struggle Story That Began with 'Braille': A Reader's Journey Defying Darkness with Verses
This article discusses the inspiring journey of Sheikh Ahmed Kasb, a Quran reader who overcame blindness to connect with millions through his recitation of the Quran, emphasizing the importance of sincerity in his craft.
Africa ranks lowest in surgeries that prevent the leading cause of blindness: 'No one should lose their sight due to cataracts'
A significant disparity in access to cataract surgeries exists in Africa, with experts highlighting the urgent need for more interventions to prevent blindness.
Back to school increases inclusion for students with blindness
The new academic year in São José dos Campos features a specialized educational project aimed at students with blindness, ensuring their better learning conditions and participation in school.
The son of Chechen leader Kadyrov is threatened with blindness
The article discusses the health condition of the son of Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, who is reportedly at risk of losing his eyesight.
The hidden truth behind 'most tattooed woman' from blindness to swerving jailtime
Amber Luke, known as 'Australia's most tattooed woman,' shares the challenges she has faced in her life, including temporary blindness and avoiding jail time.
She is blind, teaches makeup to visually impaired people, and created her own inclusive brand: the success story of Lucy Edwards
Lucy Edwards, a blind makeup artist, creates tutorials for visually impaired individuals, advising on techniques and inclusivity in beauty.
Imran Nearly Blind! A Long Trend of 'Eliminating' Opponents in Pakistan, Conspiracy to Hang Nawaz and Musharraf
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan may face permanent blindness due to severe eye disease exacerbated by inadequate prison medical care, according to revelations in court, stirring public concern over his treatment.
Blindness after outreach: Medical team from surgeries may be held liable for irreversible damages to patients, says Public Prosecutor's Office
The medical team responsible for surgeries that led to total or partial vision loss in 13 patients during a cataract outreach program in Taquaritinga (SP) may face legal consequences from the Public Prosecutor's Office.
After blindness and 30 surgeries: Now the football hero is focusing on ice cream. To create jobs for youth.
Norwegian football star Omar Elabdellaoui transitions from sports to entrepreneurship, launching an ice cream business aimed at providing jobs for 1,200 youth in Norway.
The 'AI Mirrors' That Are Changing How Blind People See Themselves
A blind content creator discusses how AI technology is helping visually impaired individuals gain insights into their appearance and beauty routines.
The 'AI mirrors' that are changing how blind people see themselves
An application called Be My Eyes provides blind individuals with a virtual means to view their appearance through AI technology.
Warning about Ozempic and Wegovy as a rare side effect could cause sudden blindness
The UK regulator MHRA warns that weight loss medications Ozempic and Wegovy may lead to sudden blindness due to a rare side effect called non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION).
'My body is rejecting it': Amber Luke covered her body with more than 600 tattoos, and now she's removing them
Amber Luke from Brisbane, who has transformed her body into a canvas of over 600 tattoos, is undergoing laser removal after suffering serious health issues, including temporary blindness after tattooing her eyeballs.
Quick numbers test shows if you're colour blind and you can do it on your phone
A quick phone test for color blindness can help determine if individuals should seek further assistance from an optician, as color blindness affects a significant number of men and women.
The Malian singer Mariam Doumbia in a word, a gesture, and a silence
Malian singer Mariam Doumbia, who lost her sight at age five, has been a prominent figure in music for nearly 50 years as part of the famous duo 'Amadou and Mariam' alongside her husband.
N25bn investment links eye care to economic growth
Nigeria has launched a N25bn funding initiative aimed at reducing avoidable blindness and visual impairment through improved health systems to enhance economic growth.
Silent Eye Diseases: A Danger Threatening Vision Without Warning
Doctors and eye health experts warn that many severe eye diseases develop silently, without clear symptoms, making early diagnosis and regular check-ups crucial to prevent permanent blindness.
Blindness or Science? USP Launches Guide to Confront Fanaticism and Exit the Bubble
The University of São Paulo has released a guide titled 'Science, Belief, and (i-)Reality' aimed at addressing issues of fanaticism among young evangelicals.
Good Morning Britain viewers 'livid' after blind pensioner denied guide dog
Viewers of Good Morning Britain expressed outrage after a blind campaigner revealed she was denied a guide dog, leaving her housebound and losing her independence.
65-year-old with complete blindness regained part of his sight after implant placement
A 65-year-old man who was completely blind has regained some of his sight following the placement of an implant, marking an unusual recovery after such a long period of blindness.
Metropolitan Hospital implements intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma
The Metropolitan Hospital in Quito, Ecuador, has launched a new intra-arterial chemotherapy program for treating retinoblastoma, the most common eye cancer in children, aiming to prevent blindness associated with the disease.
Blind professor excluded from the trip: controversy erupts
A controversy is brewing in Italy over Jacopo Lilli, an English teacher excluded from a school trip to Ireland due to his blindness.
Ocular Macular Degeneration: The Reasons Why Vision Deteriorates After Age 50
This article discusses the causes of ocular macular degeneration, a leading cause of blindness in individuals over 50, highlighting factors such as age and hereditary issues.
A blind man regains vision three years later with a brain implant: 'I could never have thought it'
A blind man has partially regained his sight three years after losing it completely, thanks to a brain implant developed by researchers at the UMH University of Elche.
Blind Person Partially Regains Vision Through Brain Microstimulation
A patient with total blindness has regained part of their natural vision after participating in a clinical trial of electrical stimulation of the visual cortex, raising new hypotheses about the brain's ability to reactivate inactive visual circuits.
Over 600 blind people in Madrid benefit from 3,450 sound traffic lights to cross at night
The Madrid city council will install an additional 450 sound traffic lights, aiming to renew old ones and expand the system across the capital, while exploring vibration options for deafblind individuals.
A blind person partially recovers vision with micro-stimulation of the brain
A person with total blindness caused by irreversible damage to the optic nerve has partially regained natural vision after participating in a clinical trial of electrical stimulation of the visual cortex conducted by researchers from Miguel Hernández University in Elche.
The 'AI mirrors' in which blind people can get an idea of their faces
The article discusses how AI technology, specifically through apps like Be My Eyes, helps blind individuals gain visual insights about their own appearance.
The "unique case" of Miguel: a blind patient regains vision before his brain prosthesis was activated
Miguel, a 65-year-old patient who was completely blind for three years, has partially regained natural vision before the activation of a visual prosthesis being tested in his brain.
A brain implant allows a man blind from an optic nerve injury to regain vision
Scientists from the Miguel Hernández University of Elche have developed a brain implant that stimulated the visual cortex of a blind man, enabling him to perceive light, movement, and large letters.
Color blindness is a factor for worse prognosis in bladder cancer
Research indicates that bladder cancer patients who are colorblind may have poorer survival chances compared to those with normal vision, highlighting the need for increased medical attention and possible additional screening for this group.
“There is a seriously disturbed perception behind this” – Lemmer attacks the Berlin Senate
Journalist Christoph Lemmer criticizes the Berlin Senate, led by Kai Wegner (CDU), for prioritizing ideology over reality and claims there is a deliberate blindness towards left-wing extremism despite significant investments against right-wing extremism.
Garching Start-up: How Three Graduates Want to Revolutionize the Daily Lives of the Blind
Three school graduates have developed a navigation system for the visually impaired, aiming to enhance their mobility and independence.
Doctors in London Restore Vision with Revolutionary Gel Injection
Doctors in London have achieved the impossible by restoring vision and preventing blindness in patients with a rare eye condition called hypotony using a revolutionary gel injection, as highlighted by the experiences of the first patient and the success of a pilot study.
Paulin Césari: "Toward the United States, Europe is the Apostle of Inclusive Kindness and Existential Apathy"
The article discusses Europe's varied reactions to the United States' intervention in Venezuela, highlighting a collective blindness among commentators.
Visiting the cinema without sight? 'I understood a lot from the fairy tale thanks to the music,' says blind mother Alena
Blind mother Alena shares how she experienced a cinema visit, highlighting the significance of music in understanding the story.
He was meant to be a footballer, a ball hit him in the eye and he went blind. That’s how a genius was born...
The life of Andrea Bocelli, a renowned contemporary music voice, could have taken a different path had he not been blinded by a football at a young age.
‘The biggest obstacles? Convincing others that I can do it,’ says blind mom Alena
Blind mother Alena discusses the challenges she faces in convincing her surroundings of her capabilities.
Forced to work despite her legal blindness: a ruling revokes the permanent disability of a woman from Seville
A court ruling has revoked the permanent disability status of Carmen Calderón, a legally blind woman from Seville, forcing her to work despite her condition caused by a surgical mishap in 2020.
Blind Michal Tkáčik grew up in a boarding school from the age of three: Our ordinary schools for the blind do not prepare for life
Michal Tkáčik, who has been blind since the age of two, discusses his experiences growing up in a boarding school and the inadequacies of typical schools for the blind in preparing students for real-life challenges.
I pulled the stroller behind me, mixed the milk by touch, blind Alena has been a mother for 6 years
Alena, who is blind, shares her experiences of motherhood for the past six years, including her unique ways of navigating daily tasks.
World Darts Championship star was left in tears as problem triggered cheating claim
Gian van Veen, a quarter-finalist in the World Darts Championship, faced allegations of cheating due to his dartitis condition and color blindness, provoking an emotional response.
The Croatian king was once blind. His wife from Serbia ruled the land
Bela II, also known as Bela the Blind, was blinded at a young age along with his father and spent his childhood in monasteries, while his wife eventually took on the role of ruling the kingdom.
Aleandro Baldi: 'I was in boarding school with Bocelli, now we don't talk anymore. Off the scenes? I was sad'
Aleandro Baldi, a 66-year-old singer from Greve in Chianti, discusses his past with Andrea Bocelli and his desire to be recognized solely as a musician, not defined by his blindness.
The first victory of the football people: the visible balls are back
The president of Serie A announced a return to traditional yellow footballs, replacing the controversial orange ones that sparked criticism, including concerns about color blindness.
Voice actress about speaking: "The work invigorates me"
Luise Lunow, a 93-year-old voice actress who has been working since she was 19, discusses the importance of voice and her passion for her profession despite almost complete blindness.