UV Safety Awareness Month
UV Safety Month Are you remembering to wear your sunglasses this summer? VIA: Visually Impaired Advancement is here to shed light on the importance of harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. In
July 10, 2023
Your Guide to Navigating Low Vision
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
February 17, 2022
VIA Recognizes World Cancer Day and its Impact on Vision
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
February 4, 2022
Visually Impaired Advancement With Glaucoma
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
January 28, 2022
Diabetic Eye Conditions: Symptoms, Treatment, and Lifestyle Management
November is National Diabetes Month—it’s the perfect time to think about the way diabetes affects the eyes. Many people aren’t aware that this disease can have a negative impact on
November 23, 2021
Common Eye Injuries and How to Prevent Them
October is Eye Injury Prevention Month, and there’s no better time of year to think about some common eye injuries and how to avoid them. Eye injuries, even minor ones,
October 5, 2021
Common Degenerative Eye Conditions
Losing one’s eyesight can be one of the most heartbreaking things a person can experience. Degenerative eye conditions are rather common. There are a lot of them, from glaucoma and cataracts to age-related macular
August 25, 2021