Meet Nicholas Hlifka Nick Hlifka was born with Leber’s disease, sometimes known as Leber Heredity Optic Neuropathy (LHON), and ocular albinism, which has left him with only light perception in
Testimonial from Madeline Gathers – Director of Visitor Experience, Explore & More – The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children’s Museum A History of Inclusion for All Explore & More was
March 23 is World Optometry Day! Optometry is a health profession in which an optometrist studies and recognizes any abnormalities in the eye. VIA: Visually Impaired Advancement would like to
The 2022 Winter Paralympics are ending! This year, they took place in Beijing from March 4th to March 13th. According to paralympics.org, there are different sports class profiles for different
Millions of people struggle with low vision and vision loss. But millions of people live successfully with reduced vision, too. Since February is Low Vision Awareness Month, it’s the perfect
What: 211 of Western New York (211WNY) will offer media availability to announce its partnership with allco and thank local 211 staff with a digital billboard. When: Friday, February 11 at
February 4th is recognized as World Cancer Day, and VIA: Visually Impaired Advancement would like to honor our patients impacted by cancer. Each year, a World Cancer Day theme is
What Is Glaucoma? Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions that cause damage to your eye’s optic nerve, the nerve responsible for sending images to your brain. When allowed
Peter McCarthy is a Buffalo-based architect and graduate of the University at Buffalo. He became friends with VIA: Visually Impaired Advancement through the Leadership Buffalo class of 2015. To honor
Young and Unsure Jordan began losing his sight when he was diagnosed with glaucoma at age 12. He had surgery immediately to reduce eye pressure and save the vision that
