A graphic announcing that the CIRM Board approves $111M for discovery and clinical research. It details $80 million for six new discovery grants and $31 million for three clinical trial grants, aimed at developing treatments for both rare and common diseases. The CIRM logo is visible at the bottom right.

CIRM's governing board approved over $111 million to support advances in discovery and clinical research for children's #RareDiseases, #VisionLoss, and treatments for #neurodegenerative conditions. Learn more: bit.ly/4dtnLwY

The joys of being visually impaired...
#vision #visionloss #disabled #lowvision #visuallyimpaired #legallyblind

Meet the Adorable Dog Behind a Paralympian's Journey to the Top The dog might not wear a uniform, but they are an integral part of the team.

Para athlete Taryn Dickens had never skied before #VisionLoss - now, she and her #GuideDog Gigi navigate everything from everyday life to grueling competitions, together. 🦮 🏅 #BlindNewWorld

(Story via Parade Pets ⬇️)

ReVision Implant gets FDA Breakthrough Device nod for neural interface designed to restore vision by directly stimulating the visual cortex.

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 #longevity #visionloss #neurotech #bionics 

Neurotech company aims to become first BCI developer with a commercial product to restore vision in patients with retinal disease.

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#longevity #neurotech #investment #BCI #AMD #visionloss

21 year-old channel four intern Corrnelius began losing his vision during his A-Levels, discover how assistive tech helped him develop the gift of the gab: https://www.fightforsight.org.uk//cornelius-story

#LHON #VisionLoss #Education #LivingWithVisionLoss

Cameron Stephenson has been appointed to the Plaintiffs’ Executive Committee in the federal GLP-1 Vision Loss MDL. We are proud to help lead this litigation and advocate for those affected.
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#GLP1 #MDL #VisionLoss

We’ve launched the UK Vision Research Network to bring brilliant minds together across disciplines and institutions. This PhD prog gives students the opportunity to learn from two supervisors.

More here on our first collab 🔗 https://ow.ly/vz6B50YkVH1

#VisionResearch #VisionLoss #Optogenetics

Rare risk of vision loss added to semaglutide product information The ‘very rare’ occurrence of non-arteric anterior ischemic optic neuropathy (NAION) has been added to the product information of semaglutide.

Rare risk of vision loss added to semaglutide product information

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#visionloss #NAION #semaglutide #ozempic #wegovy #pharmacy

Only 15 per cent vision left in right eye: Former Pak PM Imran Khan - Yes Punjab News Imran Khan reports only 15% vision left in right eye due to blood clot, Supreme Court receives medical report amid prison detention.

Only 15 per cent vision left in right eye: Former Pak PM Imran Khan yespunjab.com?p=216693

#ImranKhan #PTI #VisionLoss #PakistanSupremeCourt #AdialaJail #PIMS #PoliticalPrisoners #SalmanSafdar #HealthUpdate #PakistanNews

Vision Loss: Causes, Red Flags, Diagnosis & Treatment
#VisionLoss #Ophthalmology #Neurology #CRAO #VikaasShandily

Sight loss and grief - My Blurred World I've been losing my eyesight since I was 3 years old and I've found myself grieving for it at times, here's my personal experience of sight loss and grief

“Not knowing how much #eyesight I stood to lose terrified me. The fate of my eyesight was unclear (no pun intended) and my reactions to each moment of uncertainty differed.”: buff.ly/FSLz42u

by @myblurredworld.bsky.social
#VisionLoss #EyeHealth #disability #NEisVoid

AMD is the most common cause of permanent and severe sight loss in people over 60

#AMD is the most common cause of permanent and severe #SightLoss in the UK, affecting around 600,000 people. This number is expected to more than double by 2050. We're funding multiple #ResearchProjects into treatments for the condition.

Read more https://ow.ly/YiaM50Y6rjp

#VisionLoss

Teaching with low vision and neurological vision loss shows why accessibility needs to be built into everyday systems. Vision loss is complex, not a single condition.

#VisionLoss #DisabilityEducation #Accessibility

[VD: Dr. Sukhai speaks at a conference podium with a laptop and microphone.]

2.5 million people are living with #VisionLoss, a figure projected to rise to 3.5 million by 2050 as the population ages. Taking proactive steps to care for your #EyeHealth can significantly improve outcomes, read our eye health tips here: https://ow.ly/qNzP50Y3Mf3

It is relatively easy to master braille… once you get a feel for it.

#dadjoke #optometry #opthalmology #Blindability #VisualImpairment #VisionLoss

Ozempic Blindness Lawsuits: Legal Claims Allege GLP-1 Drugs Linked to NAION Vision Loss | JD Supra Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist drugs (commonly referred to as GLP-1 agonists) have become widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes and weight...

New lawsuits claim Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs may be linked to NAION-related vision loss. Patients allege unexpected blindness risks. Read More Here: www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/oz...
#Ozempic #GLP1 #NAION #VisionLoss #DrugSafety #PharmaNews

NEWS: Non-coding gene discovered to be a cause of blindness
Dr Mireia Carcolé Estrada writes about this new research that may offer answers to families with unexplained vision loss.
www.progress.org.uk/non-coding-g...
#genomics #genetics #DNA #visionloss #blindness #retinitispigmentosa

Session info, presentation dates, and times for our #ARVO2026 abstracts will be shared soon. Excited to share this important work at #ARVO2026
#VisionResearch #MentalHealth #VisionLoss

January is #NationalEyeCareMonth. Did you know that vision loss is one of the 14 key risk factors linked to dementia? Addressing it could reduce dementia risk.

Learn more:
🔗 www.parsemus.org/2024/10/targ...

#nationaleyecaremonth #alzheimers #dementia #brainhealth #visionloss #eyecare

Glaucoma often has no early symptoms—but it can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated.
Early detection through regular eye checks is the best way to protect your sight. #GlaucomaAwareness #EyeHealth #VisionCare #VisionLoss #NexusEyeCare #EyeCheck #Blacktown #Norwest

Cleveland Sight Center staffer with vision loss help clients navigate daily challenges Shelby Craig, blind since birth, is one of several helping to empower others at the Cleveland Sight Center with her lifelong expertise.

A Cleveland Sight Center staff member with vision loss is empowering clients to navigate everyday challenges with confidence. Read more here:
www.wkyc.com/article/news...
#VisionLoss #Accessibility #Inclusion #DisabilityAdvocacy

What is glaucoma? What to know about the condition and vision loss An OU Health eye specialist explains who is most at risk, why symptoms are rare, and how early exams can prevent permanent blindness.

Glaucoma can affect your vision without warning. Here’s what to know about the condition and vision loss.
Read more here: www.news9.com/health/what-...
#Glaucoma #EyeHealth #VisionLoss #HealthAwareness

She Refused to Give Up Cooking After Losing Her Vision. Her Guide Dog Became Her Sous Chef (Exclusive) In this exclusive, home cook Anne Hatton Ogden shares how her guide dog and assistive tools help her grocery shop and cook, even while legally blind.

Find us a cuter sous chef - we'll wait. 🦮 👩‍🍳

Anne, who has #VisionLoss due to #RetinitisPigmentosa, counts on #GuideDog Angelo to help her navigate to the ingredients that make her home-cooked dishes delicious. #BlindNewWorld

(Story via EatingWell ⬇️)

How Dangerous Are Crosswalks for People With Vision Loss? MONDAY, Jan. 5, 2026 (HealthDay News) — People suffering from vision loss might not be as endangered by oncoming traffic as you’d suspect, a new study says.Folk

Crosswalks are meant to keep us safe, but do they for people with vision loss?
Read more here: www.healthday.com/health-news/...
#VisionLoss #EyeHealth #Accessibility #PedestrianSafety #DisabilityAwareness

Staring at the sun for just 10 seconds can cause permanent blindness—protect your eyes! #RandomFact #EyeSafety #SunDamage #HealthWarning #VisionLoss

Professor draws on her own experience with disability to make education accessible - Binghamton News Bridget Whearty is named a SUNY Accessibility Advocates and Allies Faculty Fellow

Professor Bridget Whearty always prioritized #accessibility for students.

But when she experienced sudden #VisionLoss, digital access to content like medieval manuscripts became especially critical for her. #BlindNewWorld

(Story via @binghamtonu.bsky.social ⬇️)
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Cardiovascular risk following transient vision loss Background/aims To evaluate short- and long-term cardiovascular risk following a first diagnosis of transient vision loss (TVL) compared with matched controls using the TriNetX research network. Meth...

Pérdida transitoria de la visión se asocia con mayor riesgo a corto y largo plazo de eventos CV adversos mayores, ictus, IM, arritmias y hospitalización, lo que justifica una evaluación sistémica rápida y una monitorización a largo plazo #visionloss #CV bjo.bmj.com/content/earl...

A new federal MDL has been created for sudden vision loss tied to Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs, recognizing NAION as a distinct injury. Learn more on LP News.
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#Ozempic #GLP1 #VisionLoss #NAION #ProductLiability #MassTort #PatientSafety

Heart Risks May Rise and Persist After Transient Vision Loss Transient loss of vision is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular events within 14 days of diagnosis, and risks may persist for up to 10 years, a study finds.

Heart risks can increase, and stay elevated after temporary vision loss. Stay aware. Read more here:
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/...
#HeartHealth #VisionLoss #StrokeRisk #HealthAwareness