Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system causes inflammation and swelling and stimulates the production of muscle tissue and fat behind the eye. Prevent Blindness will provide information on TED including symptoms and treatment options. Find out more about Thyroid Eye Disease.
Vision Impairment and Mitigation in Primary Healthcare Adult-Focused Series November 20: Diabetes ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based approach to improve and empower PCPs
This time of year, it’s important to remember that millions of children and adults live with vision conditions affecting their ability to see and enjoy the holidays. Your donation helps to preserve vision and save sight for those in need. Ways to Give Online By Check You may send a check, made payable to “Prevent
Geographic Atrophy (GA) is the advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) which leads to vision loss in the center of one’s vision. Prevent Blindness will provide free information, including a web resource, fact sheets and social media graphic to inform the public of the disease that affects an estimated that 1 million people
GivingTuesday is a global day of giving. In the United States, it takes place on the first Tuesday after the Thanksgiving holiday. Half of all blindness is preventable. Your gift helps Prevent Blindness reach millions of people each year to help ensure access to eye care for all in need. With a monthly gift, you
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series December 4: Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series December 11: Diabetes, Hypertension, and Eye Health ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series December 18: Diabetes ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based approach to improve and
More than 2.8 million Americans age 40 and older have glaucoma. Nearly half do not know they have the disease as it causes no early symptoms. Prevent Blindness will provide insightful information about this “Sneak Thief of Sight.” Find out more about glaucoma. Find out more about the 2024 Glaucoma Awareness Month.
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series January 1: Glaucoma ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based approach to improve and
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series January 15: Cataracts, Autoimmune, and Dry Eye ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use an evidence-based
Vision Loss Prevention and Mitigation in Adult Primary Care Adult-Focused Series January 22: Vision Rehabilitation, Assistive Devices, and Community Resources ECHO-Chicago provides training via Zoom to build capacity at the primary care level to help primary care providers (PCPs) become more competent and comfortable delivering care. In partnership with Prevent Blindness, this series will use
Age-related macular degeneration is a leading cause of vision loss, affecting more than 2 million Americans age 50 and older. Low vision aids can make the most of remaining vision. Information on eye disease warning signs and treatment will be available.
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 6-10 p.m. ET The Prevent Blindness Person of Vision Award recognizes an individual whose inspired outlook champions healthy vision and its importance for a healthy life. Howard Purcell, O.D., president and CEO of The New England College of Optometry, was chosen by a volunteer committee as the recipient of the 2025
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that can happen in babies who are premature (born early), or who weigh less than 3 pounds at birth, according to the National Eye Institute. Prevent Blindness will work with partner organizations to educate families and professionals on ROP, available services and more.
Prevent Blindness provides employers and employees with free information on topics ranging from eye strain to eye safety in industrial settings, in order to promote eye health at work.
