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    • NOVEMBER 30, 2017
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    Virgin Atlantic Introduces In-flight Entertainment for The Visually Impaired

    Virgin Atlantic has become the first airline to offer entertainment catered to visually impaired passengers. In 1991, Virgin Atlantic, founded by Sir Richard Branson, became the first to reveal individual screens on the back of each customer’s seat and it continues to offer a wide range of films, TV programs and games as part ofRead more
    • APRIL 29, 2019
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    Summertime Toys: Family Fun Without Eye Injury

    Summertime Toys: Family Fun Without Eye Injury

    By Holly Bonner With Memorial Day fast approaching, families across the country are beginning to shop for summertime toys their hoping their kids will love. However, while some toys may appear to offer hours of entertainment, they may also pose a serious risk of eye injuries – including permanent vision loss. Low Vision Specialists ofRead more
    • DECEMBER 28, 2017
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    Some Things About Tech Were Good in 2017. No, Really.

    An estimated 10 million Americans are blind or visually impaired, and until recently, tech companies did not have much to offer them. But that’s changing, thanks to start-ups like eSight and Aira, two companies that are taking advantage of recent advances in mobile and imaging technology to help visually impaired people navigate the world. ContinueRead more
    • JUNE 13, 2019
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    Pooling Our Resources: Tips for Swimming Blind

    Pooling Our Resources: Tips for Swimming Blind

    By Holly Bonner An instant solution for beating the summer heat is to take a relaxing dip in the pool, but strangely enough many people often wonder if the blind and visually impaired community can participate in different water activities. Swimming is an excellent sport for individuals with vision loss because it can be enjoyedRead more