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Eye Health for Older Adults

Vision impairments can be a challenge that worsens with age. Low vision can make everyday tasks more difficult, however, there are steps you can take to protect your vision, detect problems early, and maximize use of limited vision. Learn how you can maintain healthy vision as you age.
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The National Gallery’s new online image descriptions, written for museum website visitors with vision loss, can benefit all visitors by helping you practice slow, mindful looking.

Nov 10, 2022

Accessible Art Designed for Older Adults with Vision Loss Helps Us All Linger on Details That Might Otherwise Be Overlooked

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MHP Salud offers a chronic disease management tool that can be used to track the management of a chronic condition(s).

Apr 18, 2022

How to Track Your Chronic Disease and Symptoms Through an Easy-to-Use Tool

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A senior man suffering from vision loss, wearing a khaki trench coat is walking across the street using walking stick.

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Living with Vision Loss: Practical Tips for Safety and Independence

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A Black senior woman is radiant in the sun, wearing sunglasses and a brimmed hat while smiling.

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5 Tips to Help You Prevent Vision Loss

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Take steps to protect your vision, detect eye diseases early, and maximize use of limited vision. Each state offers free or low-cost services to help.

Apr 27, 2021

How to Care for Your Eyes as You Age and Get Help with Vision Loss

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An older Caucasian woman is getting an eye exam.

Sep 3, 2019

Medicare and Vision Coverage

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