Globally, 45 million people are blind due to three main causes: cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Guide dogs have helped blind persons regain independence since the 16th century. The document discusses the leading causes of blindness in detail, describing what each condition is, risk factors, symptoms, prevention, and treatment options. It also covers types of vision loss and tools that help the blind, such as the white cane, Braille, and guide dogs.
This document summarizes the three leading causes of blindness globally - cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. It provides details on each condition, including risk factors, types, symptoms, and treatment options. Guide dogs are also discussed as a way blind individuals have regained independence. The document utilizes various images and citations to supplement the information presented.
This document contains 6 references cited in APA format. The references are for sources that discuss traumatic brain injuries, including articles from NPR, Technology Review, USA Today, and Gale Opposing Viewpoints. The references provide information on brain injuries suffered by soldiers in Iraq and the challenges of treating traumatic brain injuries.
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This document summarizes the activities of the National Association for the Blind (NAB) in India. It discusses NAB's efforts to identify and assist visually impaired individuals through providing identification cards, education support, vocational training, loans, and assistance with self-employment. It describes the various types of education, training, and rehabilitation services offered to help the blind with skills like Braille, computer use, mobility, and income generation. The document encourages supporting NAB through financial donations, volunteering to record books, tutor students, or assist with fundraising.
This document discusses the nature vs nurture debate regarding the origins of human behavior and psychological characteristics. It covers several key points:
1) Genetic influences on behavior can be seen through selective breeding experiments, twin studies, and estimates of heritability for personality traits. Genes influence brain structure and function.
2) Environmental influences include physical factors like pollution and social factors like culture, parenting styles, and peer groups. Culture can influence behaviors like assertiveness.
3) There is an interplay between nature and nurture, as genes and environments interact and influence each other. Certain genes may correlate with certain environments. Gene expression can depend on the environment.
4) The document also discusses sex,
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social, communication, and behavioral development. It is usually diagnosed by age 3 and is characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication. While the exact causes of autism are unknown, research suggests both genetic and environmental factors may play a role. Early intervention programs are important for treatment, as they can help children with autism develop basic life skills. Currently, there is no cure for autism, but treatment aims to lessen symptoms and help individuals gain greater independence.
The document provides an overview of autism, including:
1) Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social, communication, and behavioral skills from a young age.
2) While research has increased understanding, there is no known cure for autism.
3) Early diagnosis and intervention methods like applied behavior analysis can help children develop basic life skills.
Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder begins at a young age and continues into adulthood, causing delays in social interaction, communication, and other skills. While research has increased understanding, there is still no known cure. Autism affects social, language, and behavioral development, with signs usually appearing in early childhood. Various therapies can help with social and learning skills, while the causes remain unclear and early intervention is important.
This document summarizes the three leading causes of blindness globally - cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. It provides details on each condition, including risk factors, types, symptoms, and treatment options. Guide dogs are also discussed as a way blind individuals have regained independence. The document utilizes various images and citations to supplement the information presented.
This document contains 6 references cited in APA format. The references are for sources that discuss traumatic brain injuries, including articles from NPR, Technology Review, USA Today, and Gale Opposing Viewpoints. The references provide information on brain injuries suffered by soldiers in Iraq and the challenges of treating traumatic brain injuries.
National Health IT for the Underserved Leadership Conference Presentation Research Panel) part of HIMSS 2018 (Las Vegas, NV) on Tuesday, March 6, 2017.
This document summarizes the activities of the National Association for the Blind (NAB) in India. It discusses NAB's efforts to identify and assist visually impaired individuals through providing identification cards, education support, vocational training, loans, and assistance with self-employment. It describes the various types of education, training, and rehabilitation services offered to help the blind with skills like Braille, computer use, mobility, and income generation. The document encourages supporting NAB through financial donations, volunteering to record books, tutor students, or assist with fundraising.
This document discusses the nature vs nurture debate regarding the origins of human behavior and psychological characteristics. It covers several key points:
1) Genetic influences on behavior can be seen through selective breeding experiments, twin studies, and estimates of heritability for personality traits. Genes influence brain structure and function.
2) Environmental influences include physical factors like pollution and social factors like culture, parenting styles, and peer groups. Culture can influence behaviors like assertiveness.
3) There is an interplay between nature and nurture, as genes and environments interact and influence each other. Certain genes may correlate with certain environments. Gene expression can depend on the environment.
4) The document also discusses sex,
Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social, communication, and behavioral development. It is usually diagnosed by age 3 and is characterized by difficulties with social interaction and communication. While the exact causes of autism are unknown, research suggests both genetic and environmental factors may play a role. Early intervention programs are important for treatment, as they can help children with autism develop basic life skills. Currently, there is no cure for autism, but treatment aims to lessen symptoms and help individuals gain greater independence.
The document provides an overview of autism, including:
1) Autism is a developmental disorder that affects social, communication, and behavioral skills from a young age.
2) While research has increased understanding, there is no known cure for autism.
3) Early diagnosis and intervention methods like applied behavior analysis can help children develop basic life skills.
Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder begins at a young age and continues into adulthood, causing delays in social interaction, communication, and other skills. While research has increased understanding, there is still no known cure. Autism affects social, language, and behavioral development, with signs usually appearing in early childhood. Various therapies can help with social and learning skills, while the causes remain unclear and early intervention is important.
Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication from a young age. While there is no known cure currently, early intervention programs can help children with autism develop important skills. Raising awareness of the signs and challenges of autism is crucial for supporting those on the autism spectrum.
Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication from a young age. While there is no known cure, early intervention programs can help children with autism develop important skills. Research into the causes and treatments for autism continues in an effort to solve the puzzle of this complex condition.
This document summarizes a community health project conducted by Project AHEAD 2016 that aimed to raise awareness of glaucoma and eye care in the Asian American community in Chinatown, New York. The project team conducted a needs assessment survey of 52 community members to evaluate their knowledge of eye health issues. They then held two educational workshops at local senior centers, providing information on glaucoma prevention and treatment. The team also created promotional materials and hosted an information booth at a health fair. Through these outreach efforts, the project aimed to educate the community on the importance of regular eye exams and healthy eye habits for preventing vision loss from glaucoma and other conditions.
This document contains 30 citations from Wikipedia and other websites providing information about different species of protists, including Amoeba proteus, Plasmodium falciparum, Paramecium bursaria, and Trichomonas vaginalis. The citations cover a wide range of protist taxa including alveolates, amoebozoa, euglenozoa, archaea, and chromalveolates.
The Carter Center has been highly effective at eradicating Guinea worm disease. Through educating villages on water filtration and providing filters, pesticide, and medical assistance, cases have dropped from an estimated 3.5 million cases in 1986 to just 148 reported cases in 2018. Other organizations have failed to make similar progress against water-borne illnesses that kill millions annually. The Carter Center's integrated approach focused on prevention and community involvement provides a model for effectively addressing other global health issues.
Diastrophic dysplasia is a genetic disorder that causes dwarfism. It is caused by a mutation in the SLC26A2 gene, which normally turns cartilage into bone. This mutation prevents bones from fully developing, resulting in severe limb shortening, joint deformities, clubfoot, and shortened lifespan. There is no cure, but treatments can help manage symptoms. It is diagnosed through x-rays and ultrasounds showing skeletal abnormalities.
Multiple Sclerosis is a disease that affects the central nervous system. It can cause symptoms such as vision problems, muscle weakness, and numbness. The exact cause is unknown but it is believed to be an immune system disorder. There is no cure for MS but treatments can help manage symptoms and reduce relapses. Lifestyle factors like exercise and diet may also help support overall health and wellness for those living with MS.
The document discusses multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the central nervous system. It affects Evan Garo's father, who has struggled with MS for over 25 years. The document provides information on what MS is, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms, treatments, and ways to get involved through organizations like the National MS Society.
The document discusses multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the central nervous system and for which there is no known cure. It affects Evan Garo's father, who has struggled with MS for over 25 years. The document provides information on what MS is, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms and effects, and treatment and management options. It also discusses the author's presentation on MS for a class and includes citations.
This document contains works cited references for various fungi and fungus-related sources in MLA format. The references include images, articles and web pages on different fungi species such as Absidia corymbifera, Amanita muscaria, Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, Penicillium, and Rhizopus stolonifer. The references also cover fungal taxonomy resources, encyclopedia entries, and other scholarly sources on fungi.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central nervous system and can cause symptoms such as tremors and impaired mobility. The author's father has lived with MS for over 25 years and was recently hospitalized for 7 weeks due to leg issues. MS has no known cause but is thought to be an immune system disorder, and it commonly affects women more than men. Treatment aims to manage symptoms and may include medications, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes.
This document discusses the link between mercury in vaccines and autism. It notes that the number of vaccines given to infants has tripled in the last 10 years and that mercury was used as a preservative in many vaccines. It summarizes research showing mercury is toxic to the brain and prevents normal nerve formation. Studies are cited that link the rise in autism to the increased mercury exposure from vaccines. Concerns are raised about giving numerous vaccines to infants before their blood-brain barriers are fully developed. It calls for the removal of mercury from all vaccines and for parents to research vaccines before deciding to vaccinate their children.
Factor V Leiden is a gene mutation that causes an increased risk of developing blood clots. It is a common hereditary risk factor for deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms. Treatment may involve blood thinners like warfarin or enoxaparin to reduce the risk of clotting.
The document discusses the advantages and disadvantages of different types of stem cell research, including embryonic, adult, and neural stem cells. It examines their potential uses and limitations. The conclusion reflects on what can be learned from considering the benefits and challenges of this area of medical research. The document cites several sources on stem cell research.
Please enjoy Brain Health Bulletin #9! Please feel free to forward this to anyone who may find benefit in receiving it! The Brain Health Bulletin is designed to be your quick reference to the latest information about brain health, dementia research, technology, cultural awareness for effective, inclusive, and compassionate dementia treatment, care partner tools, and more!
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The document discusses several leading theories about the causes of stuttering in adolescents, including learned behavior, neurological factors, and psychological development. It notes that the impact of stuttering is deeper than most people understand. The document includes acknowledgments and a works cited page listing numerous references on topics related to stuttering.
This document provides information about various eye diseases from the National Eye Institute website. It begins with an overview of the anatomy of the eye and lists many common eye diseases. Separate articles then provide more detailed information about cataract, retinal detachment, and corneal disease. For each disease, it discusses symptoms, causes, risk factors and additional resources for more information available on the National Eye Institute website.
This document provides information about various eye diseases from the National Eye Institute website. It begins with an overview of the anatomy of the eye and lists many common eye diseases. Separate articles then provide more detailed information about cataract, retinal detachment, and corneal disease. For each disease, it discusses symptoms, causes, risk factors and additional resources for more information available on the National Eye Institute website.
This document contains 40 citations used as references for research on topics related to anatomy and physiology. The citations include sources from websites, books, journals, and other academic materials providing information on anatomical structures, tissues, cells, and physiological systems and processes of the human body.
Gov. David Paterson of New York was hospitalized for acute glaucoma in his left eye. He received an outpatient laser procedure called an iridotomy to relieve pressure. His eye doctor, Dr. John Danias, said the procedure was successful and Paterson could resume his duties within a few days. However, Paterson remained at risk for glaucoma in his right eye and may need future treatment to prevent complications.
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Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication from a young age. While there is no known cure currently, early intervention programs can help children with autism develop important skills. Raising awareness of the signs and challenges of autism is crucial for supporting those on the autism spectrum.
Autism Awareness
Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication from a young age. While there is no known cure, early intervention programs can help children with autism develop important skills. Research into the causes and treatments for autism continues in an effort to solve the puzzle of this complex condition.
This document summarizes a community health project conducted by Project AHEAD 2016 that aimed to raise awareness of glaucoma and eye care in the Asian American community in Chinatown, New York. The project team conducted a needs assessment survey of 52 community members to evaluate their knowledge of eye health issues. They then held two educational workshops at local senior centers, providing information on glaucoma prevention and treatment. The team also created promotional materials and hosted an information booth at a health fair. Through these outreach efforts, the project aimed to educate the community on the importance of regular eye exams and healthy eye habits for preventing vision loss from glaucoma and other conditions.
This document contains 30 citations from Wikipedia and other websites providing information about different species of protists, including Amoeba proteus, Plasmodium falciparum, Paramecium bursaria, and Trichomonas vaginalis. The citations cover a wide range of protist taxa including alveolates, amoebozoa, euglenozoa, archaea, and chromalveolates.
The Carter Center has been highly effective at eradicating Guinea worm disease. Through educating villages on water filtration and providing filters, pesticide, and medical assistance, cases have dropped from an estimated 3.5 million cases in 1986 to just 148 reported cases in 2018. Other organizations have failed to make similar progress against water-borne illnesses that kill millions annually. The Carter Center's integrated approach focused on prevention and community involvement provides a model for effectively addressing other global health issues.
Diastrophic dysplasia is a genetic disorder that causes dwarfism. It is caused by a mutation in the SLC26A2 gene, which normally turns cartilage into bone. This mutation prevents bones from fully developing, resulting in severe limb shortening, joint deformities, clubfoot, and shortened lifespan. There is no cure, but treatments can help manage symptoms. It is diagnosed through x-rays and ultrasounds showing skeletal abnormalities.
Multiple Sclerosis is a disease that affects the central nervous system. It can cause symptoms such as vision problems, muscle weakness, and numbness. The exact cause is unknown but it is believed to be an immune system disorder. There is no cure for MS but treatments can help manage symptoms and reduce relapses. Lifestyle factors like exercise and diet may also help support overall health and wellness for those living with MS.
The document discusses multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the central nervous system. It affects Evan Garo's father, who has struggled with MS for over 25 years. The document provides information on what MS is, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms, treatments, and ways to get involved through organizations like the National MS Society.
The document discusses multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects the central nervous system and for which there is no known cure. It affects Evan Garo's father, who has struggled with MS for over 25 years. The document provides information on what MS is, how it is diagnosed, its symptoms and effects, and treatment and management options. It also discusses the author's presentation on MS for a class and includes citations.
This document contains works cited references for various fungi and fungus-related sources in MLA format. The references include images, articles and web pages on different fungi species such as Absidia corymbifera, Amanita muscaria, Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, Penicillium, and Rhizopus stolonifer. The references also cover fungal taxonomy resources, encyclopedia entries, and other scholarly sources on fungi.
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the central nervous system and can cause symptoms such as tremors and impaired mobility. The author's father has lived with MS for over 25 years and was recently hospitalized for 7 weeks due to leg issues. MS has no known cause but is thought to be an immune system disorder, and it commonly affects women more than men. Treatment aims to manage symptoms and may include medications, rehabilitation, and lifestyle changes.
This document discusses the link between mercury in vaccines and autism. It notes that the number of vaccines given to infants has tripled in the last 10 years and that mercury was used as a preservative in many vaccines. It summarizes research showing mercury is toxic to the brain and prevents normal nerve formation. Studies are cited that link the rise in autism to the increased mercury exposure from vaccines. Concerns are raised about giving numerous vaccines to infants before their blood-brain barriers are fully developed. It calls for the removal of mercury from all vaccines and for parents to research vaccines before deciding to vaccinate their children.
Factor V Leiden is a gene mutation that causes an increased risk of developing blood clots. It is a common hereditary risk factor for deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms. Treatment may involve blood thinners like warfarin or enoxaparin to reduce the risk of clotting.
The document discusses the advantages and disadvantages of different types of stem cell research, including embryonic, adult, and neural stem cells. It examines their potential uses and limitations. The conclusion reflects on what can be learned from considering the benefits and challenges of this area of medical research. The document cites several sources on stem cell research.
Please enjoy Brain Health Bulletin #9! Please feel free to forward this to anyone who may find benefit in receiving it! The Brain Health Bulletin is designed to be your quick reference to the latest information about brain health, dementia research, technology, cultural awareness for effective, inclusive, and compassionate dementia treatment, care partner tools, and more!
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The document discusses several leading theories about the causes of stuttering in adolescents, including learned behavior, neurological factors, and psychological development. It notes that the impact of stuttering is deeper than most people understand. The document includes acknowledgments and a works cited page listing numerous references on topics related to stuttering.
This document provides information about various eye diseases from the National Eye Institute website. It begins with an overview of the anatomy of the eye and lists many common eye diseases. Separate articles then provide more detailed information about cataract, retinal detachment, and corneal disease. For each disease, it discusses symptoms, causes, risk factors and additional resources for more information available on the National Eye Institute website.
This document provides information about various eye diseases from the National Eye Institute website. It begins with an overview of the anatomy of the eye and lists many common eye diseases. Separate articles then provide more detailed information about cataract, retinal detachment, and corneal disease. For each disease, it discusses symptoms, causes, risk factors and additional resources for more information available on the National Eye Institute website.
This document contains 40 citations used as references for research on topics related to anatomy and physiology. The citations include sources from websites, books, journals, and other academic materials providing information on anatomical structures, tissues, cells, and physiological systems and processes of the human body.
Gov. David Paterson of New York was hospitalized for acute glaucoma in his left eye. He received an outpatient laser procedure called an iridotomy to relieve pressure. His eye doctor, Dr. John Danias, said the procedure was successful and Paterson could resume his duties within a few days. However, Paterson remained at risk for glaucoma in his right eye and may need future treatment to prevent complications.
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There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
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2. Thesis
• Globally 45 million people are blind
due to three main causes and have had
to deal with not only loss of vision but
loss of independence as well. Guide
dogs have been traced back to the 16th
century and have helped blind persons
regain their independence.
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4. WHAT IS BLINDNESS?
"Fact Sheet: What is blindness? ." Guide Dogs for the Blind . N.p., n.d. Web. 7
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
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5. Statistics
"Guide Dogs for the Blind." Fact Sheet: What is Blindness? N.p., n.d. Web. 10
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
6. Leading Causes
• Cataracts
• Glaucoma
• Macular Degeneration (Age-Related)
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
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7. Cataracts
#1 cause of blindness
worldwide
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Association 46.3 (July 2007): n. pag. Web. 2 Mar. 2011.
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
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8. Types of Cataracts
• Age Related
• Congenital
• Traumatic
• Secondary
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d.
Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
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11. WHO
IS
MOST
AT RISK?
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d.
Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
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12. Cataract Surgery
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
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13. Glaucoma
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American
Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>
14. “The Sneak Thief of Sight”
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"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
15. Types of Glaucoma
• Open-Angle Glaucoma
• Closed-Angle Glaucoma
• Normal-Tension Glaucoma
"Glaucoma." Nov. 2007. PDF file.
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
17. Closed-Angle Glaucoma
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
18. Acute Closed-Angle
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
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19. Chronic
Closed-
Angle
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"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
20. Normal-Tension Glaucoma
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>. http://healthkut.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/normalEye.jpg
21. RISK FACTORS
"Glaucoma." Health Information Translations. N.p., Nov. 2007. Web. 21 Feb. 2011.
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22. Specific Risk Factors
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
"Glaucoma." Health Information Translations. N.p., Nov. 2007. Web. 21 Feb. 2011.
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23. PREVENTION
"Glaucoma." Health Information Translations. N.p., Nov. 2007. Web. 21 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.healthinfotranslations.org/pdfDocs/Glaucoma_Som_FINAL.pdf>.
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_chDngy2PI7A/SYma2lyF67I/AAAAAAAAAaw/Sr12_7QX4-M/s400/yoga.jpg
25. Age-Related Macular Degeneration
• Destroys the macula
• part of the eye that
provides the sharp
central vision to
help you see objects
clearly
Age-Related Macular Degeneration. N.p.: National Institutes of Health, n.d.
National Eye Institute. Web. 25 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.nei.nih.gov/>.
26. Dry AMD
• Most common form
• Light sensitive cells slowly break down
Age-Related Macular Degeneration. N.p.: National Institutes of Health, n.d.
National Eye Institute. Web. 25 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.nei.nih.gov/>.
http://www.clemsoneye.com/Portals/0/Dry-amd.jpg
28. Risk Factors
• Smoking
• Race
• Family
Age-Related Macular Degeneration. N.p.: National Institutes of Health, n.d.
National Eye Institute. Web. 25 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.nei.nih.gov/>.
http://images.inmagine.com/img/westend61/wses100/wses100057.jpg
29. Prevention of AMD
• Don’t smoke
• Exercise
• Maintain normal blood pressure and
cholesterol levels
• Eat healthy
Age-Related Macular Degeneration. N.p.: National Institutes of Health, n.d.
National Eye Institute. Web. 25 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.nei.nih.gov/>.
30. Types of Vision Loss
• Central Vision Loss
• Peripheral Vision Loss
• Spotty Vision
• Blurred Vision
"Guide Dogs for the Blind." Fact Sheet: What is Blindness? N.p., n.d. Web. 10
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
33. Spotted or Blurred Vision
http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/Blindness.pdf?docID=3164
"Guide Dogs for the Blind." Fact Sheet: What is Blindness? N.p., n.d. Web. 10
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
34. Tools That Help the Blind and
Visually Impaired
• The White Cane
• Braille
• Guide Dogs
http://scrapetv.com/News/News%20Pages/Entertainment/Images/blind-person-with-cane.JPG
35. The White Cane
• James Briggs
• George A. Bonham
• A universally known symbol
http://library.thinkquest.org/05aug/00386/vision/blindness/cane4.jpg
"White Cane." Lions Club International . N.p., 2011. Web. 11 Mar. 2011.
<http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/index.php>.
36. Braille
• Louis Braille born
January 4, 1809
• Abbae Palluy
Neimark, Anne E. Touch of Light: The Story of Louis Braille. New York: Harcourt, Brace &
World, 1970.
http://www.firstschoolyears.com/history/people/Braille/braille.jpg
37. Braille Cont.
Neimark, Anne E. Touch of Light: The Story of Louis Braille. New York: Harcourt, Brace &
World, 1970.
http://www.afb.org/Scripts/EGImage.asp?ImageID=508
39. Guide Dogs
Deam, Jacob. Seeing Eye Dogs- A Brief History. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Mar. 2011.
<http://www.cyber-spy.com/ebooks/ebooks/
Seeing-Eye-Dogs--A-Brief-History-(ebook).pdf>.
http://blog.halopets.com/wp-content/byrontheGermanShepherdGuideDog.jpg
https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-phSTB6WuXu4/TXtoEOIrMKI/AAAAAAAAMhA/EeEtKSRZ3UQ/s1600/Guide+Dog.jpg
40. Seeing Eye Dogs vs. Guide Dogs
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_WnCJlq_kUA8/SfqNzGAYTOI/AAAAAAAATy0/hTbjF54WeLU/s320/guide-dog-puppy-tiny.jpg
"Guide Dogs of America Questions and Answers." Guide Dogs of America . N.p.,
2010. Web. 16 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.guidedogsofamerica.org/1/> http://www.ritchies.com.au/images/jpgs/seeingEyeDog.jpg
41. Guide Dogs Q&A
• How long does it take to
train a guide dog?
• How many guide dogs are
working at the present time?
• For what reasons are dogs
rejected?
• Where are guide dogs
allowed to go?
"Guide Dogs of America Questions and Answers." Guide Dogs of America . N.p.,
2010. Web. 16 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.guidedogsofamerica.org/1/>
http://professionaldogtraining.us/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/guide-dog-for-the-blind.jpg
42. Training
"Fact Sheet: The Skills of a Guide Dog ." Guide Dogs for the Blind . N.p., n.d.
Web. 16 Mar. 2011. <http:/www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Guide_Dog_Skills.pdf?docID=3166>.
http://static2.stuff.co.nz/1233108507/685/728685.jpg
51. Works Cited
Age-Related Macular Degeneration. N.p.: National Institutes of Health, n.d.
National Eye Institute. Web. 25 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.nei.nih.gov/>.
"Cataract - A Leading Cause of Blindness." Editorial. J Nepal Medical
Association 46.3 (July 2007): n. pag. Web. 2 Mar. 2011.
"Cataracts." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., 2005. Web. 2 Mar. 2011.
<http://www.preventblindness.org/>.
Deam, Jacob. Seeing Eye Dogs- A Brief History. N.p., n.d. Web. 24 Mar. 2011.
<http://www.cyber-spy.com/ebooks/ebooks/
Seeing-Eye-Dogs--A-Brief-History-(ebook).pdf>.
"The Eye: Information About Vision Loss and Blindness." The Eye . N.p., 2 Sept.
2007. Web. 22 Dec. 2010. <http://www.99main.com/~charlief/
blindness.html>.
"Fact Sheet: The Skills of a Guide Dog ." Guide Dogs for the Blind . N.p., n.d.
Web. 16 Mar. 2011. <http:/www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Guide_Dog_Skills.pdf?docID=3166>.
52. Works Cited
"Fact Sheet: What is blindness? ." Guide Dogs for the Blind . N.p., n.d. Web. 7
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
"Glaucoma." Health Information Translations. N.p., Nov. 2007. Web. 21 Feb. 2011.
<http://www.healthinfotranslations.org/pdfDocs/Glaucoma_Som_FINAL.pdf>.
"Guide Dogs for the Blind." Fact Sheet: What is Blindness? N.p., n.d. Web. 10
Mar. 2011. <http://www.guidedogs.com/site/DocServer/
Blindness.pdf?docID=3164>.
"Guide Dogs of America Questions and Answers." Guide Dogs of America . N.p.,
2010. Web. 16 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.guidedogsofamerica.org/1/>.
"Guide to Cataract Surgery ." Prevent Blindness America. N.p., n.d. Web. 2 Mar.
2011. <http://www.preventblindness.org>.
"Living with Glaucoma." National Glaucoma Research. American Health Assistance
Foundation, n.d. Web. 15 Feb. 2011. <http:/www.ahaf.org/docs/
pdf-publications/livingwithglaucoma.pdf>.
"White Cane." Lions Club International . N.p., 2011. Web. 11 Mar. 2011.
<http://www.lionsclubs.org/EN/index.php>.
- chose this topic because I love dogs \n- wanted to look into something that would deal with dogs giving back to the community \n
- people who are legally blind have a central visual acuity in their better eye that when corrected does not exceed 20/200\n- or a visual field with a maximum angular diameter of no more than 20 degrees \n
Approximately 10 million people who are blind or visually impaired\n1.3 million are considered to be legally blind\nMore than 93,000 children in special education programs who are blind or visually impaired \n109,000 people who are visually impaired use long canes to get around \n10,000 people use guide dogs in the United States and Canada \n1500 people graduate from a guide dog program annually \n
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- what someone who has a cataract&#x2019;s eye would look like\n- best description is a cloudy looking lens \n- this is the number one cause world wide of blindness \n- throughout life our bodies replace old cells with new ones \n- as we get older the old cells in our eyes build up and block all of the light that is trying to pass through and that is how the cloudy vision occurs\n\n
age-related: 95% of cataracts are age-related after the age of 40 \ncongenital: these defects occur at birth by either an infection or inflammation during pregnancy\ntraumatic: lens damage from an eye injury such as a very hard blow, a cut, a puncture, intense heat, or a chemical burn \nsecondary: some medicines, eye disease, eye infection, or diseases such as diabetes can cause cataracts\n\n
- picture of what a person with cataracts sees \n
RISK FACTORS\n- uv light exposure\n- long term steroid use\n- heredity from family members who have had cataracts\n- eye injury or diseases \n- smoking\n\n
- more then half of the people over the age of 80 have had a cataract or have had surgery \n\n
- a small incision is make in the eye\n- the cataract (the clouded lens) is removed from the eye through this incision\n- an IOL (intraocular lens) is inserted in replace of the old lens \n
-GLAUCOMA IS THE LEADING CAUSE OF BLINDNESS IN THE UNITED STATES, IT AFFECTS OVER 3 MILLION PEOPLE\n- WORLD WIDE IT AFFECTS CLOSE TO 67 MILLION PEOPLE\n\n- Glaucoma is the result of the build up of the aqueous humor fluid in the eye\n - the eye is always making a fluid called aqueous humor\n- this fluid helps maintain a normal eye pressure and provides the lens and the cornea with the nutrients that is needed\n- this fluid circulates in the front of the eye \n- it gets drained through the trabecular meshwork \n- there is usually a balance between how much of the Aqueous Humor is made and how much of it leaves the eye\n- when there is not a balance between the two then intraocular pressure builds up inside the eye\n- this leads to damages to the optic nerve and glaucoma can develop\n\n
- glaucoma is often referred to as &#x201C;the sneak thief of sight.&#x201D;\n\n- EXPERTS HAVE PREDICTED THAT ABOUT HALF OF THE 3 MILLION PEOPLE IN THE US THAT ARE AFFECTED BY GLAUCOMA DO NOT KNOW THAT THEY HAVE IT until permanent damage has occurred\n\n- it has no symptoms \n- vision loss from glaucoma cannot be regained\n- untreated glaucoma will lead to blindness \n\n
- Glaucoma is a group of diseases that are distinguished by the increase of pressure in the eye which leads to the nerve damages\n- there is many different types of diseases that fall into the category of glaucoma that can cause blindness \n
- open angle has no symptoms at first \n- high eye pressure is the most recognized risk factor for the development and progression of the disease\n- the pressure will continue to build up until the optic nerve is damaged\n- the first sign of this disease will be loss of peripheral vision\n- if left untreated this will lead to complete blindness \n
- there is two types of closed angle glaucoma\n- acute and chronic\n\n
- acute closed angle glaucoma is a medical emergency that needs to be treated immediately or else blindness can occur in one or two days \n- the iris and lens are suddenly blocked from receiving the aqueous humor fluid \n- symptoms of acute is severe pain, nausea, vommiting, and blurred vision\n- patient could possibly see halos around lights\n\n
- chronic closed angle glaucoma progresses slowly and will produce damage without symptoms (similar to open angle) \n
- there is no build up of the aqueous humor fluid in the eye \n- it is not well understood what causes the damage to the optic nerve in normal tension glaucoma\n- it is believed that it is the result of a very fragile or weak optic nerve\n- also believed to develop from low blood flow to the optic nerve\n\n
- if you have a family member that has glaucoma\n- if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease or hypothyroidism \n- nearsightedness\n- any type of injury to your eye and certain eye surgeries\n- if you have taken steroids for a long period of time\n- thin corneas\n- abnormal optic nerve appearance \n
- African Americans are most likely to develop glaucoma after age 40 \n- family history of glaucoma\n\n\n
- cope with your stress\n- exercise regularly\n- reduce your caffeine intake\n- eat healthy\n- lots of fruits and veggies in your diet\n- wear eye production during work or sports to prevent serious eye injury \n
- Medications can be taken to help the flow of the liquids in the eye \n- ( eye drops are both the most common and the most affective medication that is prescribed) \n- surgery\n- the type of surgery that is most common for open angle glaucoma is trabeculoplasty\n- in this surgery a high energy laser is used to unclog the trabecular meshwork (the part of the eye that the aqueous humor flows out) to help drain the fluid that is causing the pressure in the eye \n\n
AMD is a common eye condition in people above the age of 50. \n- leading cause of vision loss is older adults\n- for some people: advances so slowly that vision loss does not occur for years\n\n
- 90% of people with Age Related Macular Degeneration have the Dry AMD\n- this gradually blurs the central vision in the affected eye \n- drusen: yellow deposits under the retina\n- drusen does not cause vision loss but can cause a more severe case of AMD\n- very few symptoms \n- \n
-example of the blurred spot that will develop in the center of the vision\n\n
- smoking increases your risk of developing AMD two-fold\n- caucasians are more at risk than people of african descent \n\n
- smoking is linked to AMD however it is still unknown if changing your lifestyle in these ways would actually change the impact of AMD on an individuals health but these may have an impact \n
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- this is the type of vision loss where a person would just be missing sigh in the direct center of their view \n
- complete opposite of central vision loss\n- a person loses sight everywhere except their central vision\n\n
- words are extremely blurred when trying to read \n- black spots scattered throughout the persons view\n\n
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- james briggs was a reporter who was blinded one day in an accident \n- there was always a lot of traffic around his house so in order to make his cane more visible he painted it white \n- Bonham was the president of the Peoria Lions Club in Illinois in 1930 and he introduced the idea to use the white cane with a red stripe as a tool to assist the blind in independent mobility\n- the idea was approved and the canes were distributed and whoever beard this cane had the right of way to cross the street \n- the overwhelming acceptance of the cane is what gave it its international \n
- louis braille&#x2019;s father was a French harness-maker\n- louis saw his father making a leather harness one day when he was just 3 and decided that he wanted to make one as well \n- he used a sharp tool that his father said that he must stay away from and while cutting the leather he accidentally stabbed himself in the eye \n- this injury caused an infection in the eye and the infection spread to the other eye and eventually lead to total blindness\n\n\n
- Abbae Palluy was a priest that the brailled family knew\n- Palluy introduced the Braille family to The Institute for Blind Youth which was in Paris\n- the institute had a method of reading called embossing which used large letters that were raised so that the people who were reading them could trace the outline \n- the books were so large and expensive that there were very few of them made \n- Louis started to search for a new method to help the blind read that would not be as expensive and would be more available throughout the world \n\n
- the system that Louis Braille came up with was made up of cells, two dots across and three dots down in each of the cell\n- different combinations of the dots represented different numbers and letters\n- it was a practical system considering dots take up about as much space as print does\n- braille was not accepted right away because the french government had contracts with the embossing system, but students embraced it and eventually the system gained its popularity\n- louis braille himself was still struggling for acceptance when he died at age 43 of tuberculoses in 1852\n- eventually braille gained its acceptance as the method of reading by touch\n- Louis Braille was reburied in 1952 in the Panth in Paris, which was the resting place of all french heros \n
- the most common type of guide dog is a german shepherd \n- they are extremely loyal to their owners and have a natural protective tendency \n- the original guide dogs were trained in germany after WW1. \n- other common type of guide dogs are labrador retrievers and golden retrievers, they share the same personality traits of the german shepherds \n\n
- a seeing eye dog is trained and sent out of The Seeing Eye, a non-profit organization stationed in New Jersey. \n- a guide dog is trained the same way just from a different group for example, Guide Dogs of America. \n
- It takes about 6 months for a guide dog trainer to train the dog and then another 4 week for the dog to be trained with its individual blind partner. \n- about 7,000 guide dogs are in the united states but it changes daily.\n- There are many reasons but some specific are the health issues, nervousness, a high degree of car or dog distraction, general suspicion, fear of traffic, and a lack of willingness. \n- State and Federal laws grant access to guide dogs to every place that the public is allowed. \n
- the first step to training a guide dog is puppy socialization where the dog is placed with a temporary family who trains them for the basic skills of becoming a guide dog \n- maintaining a reliable schedule\n- behaving in a non-destructive manner (no chewing or digging) \n- walking calmly on a leash\n- obeying basic commands such as sit down\n- acclimating to crate training \n- lying quietly at the handlers side in public places such as restaurants and on public transportation\n- demonstrating confidence in a variety of situations, environments and with different people\n
- for my application i sold wristbands, stuffed dogs, and magnets that were sent to me by the seeing eye \n- i sold \n