CCLVI: Let's Talk Low Vision
Council of Citizens with Low Vision International

The Eye Pal Solo - 07/25/2010

July 25, 2010
Dr. Bill reviews ABiSee's new Eye Pal Solo scanner, capable of either reading documents to you or magnifying them, all without the need for a computer.

Visual Hallucinations - 06/16/2010

June 16, 2010
Visual hallucinations and entopic phenomena. Many people with low vision see things that are not really there in our environment. Dr. Takeshita explains why we see these images and when they need immediate attention.

Alternative Medicine and Supplements - 05/21/2010

May 22, 2010
Alternative medicine and nutritionalsupplements for people with low vision. Dr. Bill discusses some alternative treatments that have helped preserve eyesight. Acupuncture, vitamins, nutrition and other treatments are discussed.

Cataract Treatments - 04/21/2010

April 21, 2010
Treatments for patients with cataracts. Dr. Bill describes the functional problems caused by cataracts and medical and optical treatments available to help both children and adults.

Social Situations - 03/19/2010

March 20, 2010
How to handle social situations as a person with low vision. Dr. Bill discusses ways to improve your social life when you have low vision.

Signs and Symptoms to be Aware of - 02/21/2010

February 21, 2010
Signs and symptoms people with low vision must be aware of. Dr. Bill Takeshita lectures about the importance of yearly eye examinations for people with low vision and warning signs that require immediate attention by an eye doctor.