Virtual Braille Month Events
In continuing to celebrate Braille Literacy Month, a number of events are coming up. Following are descriptions of a few of those offered online: On January 18, 2024, at 12 pm ET, Divide and Conquer: Overcome Challenges with Split Braille and JAWS, sponsored by Freedom Scientific, will delve into the JAWS 2024 Split Braille feature. [...]
Beware of “Snow Blindness” This Winter
In venturing out in snowy weather, it is important to recognize the importance of protecting the eyes from increased risks of damage related to sun exposure. Although eye protection from the sun is important year round, wintry conditions can pose special risks. One of these is the development of photokeratitis, a painful eye condition that [...]
Technology Update: “Braille Blaster” 2.1.3-Stable
BrailleBlaster, a free braille transcription program developed by the American Printing House for the Blind (APH), helps transcribers provide students with textbooks in braille. The recently released BrailleBlaster 2.1.3-Stable features a number of improvements in its “stability and usability” over previous versions. Enhancements have also been made in “file handling and performance.” Among the specific [...]
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Release of New Version of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)
This fall, the World Wide Web Consortium Accessibility Guidelines Working Group officially released version 2.2 of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG). “Due to the evolving digital landscape, these guidelines and standards must be reviewed and refreshed to ensure they address current needs.” WCAG, an internationally recognized standard, guides how web developers make their content [...]
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Research Update: Higher Risks of Fall and Fractures Linked to Cataract, Age-Related Macular Degeneration, or Glaucoma
Older adults with vision loss from cataracts, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), or glaucoma are more likely to experience falls or fractures compared with individuals without these eye diseases. A “population-based cohort study suggested” this finding, according to a report by Jung Yin Tsang, MRes of the University of Manchester and colleagues, published recently in JAMA [...]
Call for Participants: Research Study on a New Intracortical Visual Prosthesis to Restore Light Perception for People Who Are Totally Blind
The Illinois Institute of Technology and The Chicago Lighthouse are seeking participants for a clinical research study regarding a new, wireless Intracortical Visual Prosthesis (ICVP) designed to help restore some light perception for people who are totally blind. This prosthesis would “compensate for blindness by stimulating the visual centers within the brain.” Applications for initial screening may [...]
Call for Nominations and Applications for Two Vision Awards for Excellence in Vision and Public Health: Deadline February 5, 2024
Prevent Blindness has announced its call for nominations for the 2024 “Jenny Pomeroy Award for Excellence in Vision and Public Health” and the 5th annual “Rising Visionary Award.” The submissions deadline for both awards is February 5, 2024 at noon ET. Awardees will be selected by a volunteer committee made up of leaders and professionals [...]
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