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Overcoming Macular Degeneration : A Guide to Seeing Beyond the Clouds
Each year, more than 400,000 Americans are diagnosed with macular degeneration, an age-related, progressive eye disease that immediately raises a fear of total blindness. The good news is: YOU ARE NOT GOING BLIND. However, you are dealing with a disease that causes serious visual impairment--an inconvenience the author, Dr. Yale Solomon, has become personally familiar with since he was diagnosed in 1990. Now this respected ophthalmologist offers a compassionate and understanding look at both the medical and human side of macular degeneration and ways to meet the challenge of its impact on everyday life."What exactly is macular degeneration?
The importance of monitoring the disease
Steps that can be taken to slow the progression
Risk factors associated with the disease
How to find and work with a low-vision specialist
Getting the most out of visual rehabilitation
Driving tips, helpful devices, and other aids
Adapting your home for easier living
Tips on maximizing your sight
The best diet and nutritional supplements for eye health
The latest medical and technological advances
And much more!"
Also includes: A comprehensive appendix of associations, organizations and foundations, large-print publishers, audiotape and videotape resources, and a helpful list of suppliers of products and services. Each year, more than 400,000 Americans are diagnosed with macular degeneration, an age-related, progressive eye disease that immediately raises a fear of total blindness. The good news is: YOU ARE NOT GOING BLIND. However, you are dealing with a disease that causes serious visual impairment--an inconvenience the author, Dr. Yale Solomon, has becomepersonally familiar with since he was diagnosed in 1990. Now this respected ophthalmologist offers a compassionate and understanding look at both the medical and human side of macular degeneration and ways to meet the challenge of its impact on everyday life.
"What exactly is macular degeneration?
The importance of monitoring the disease
Steps that can be taken to slow the progression
Risk factors associated with the disease
How to find and work with a low-vision specialist
Getting the most out of visual rehabilitation
Driving tips, helpful devices, and other aids
Adapting your home for easier living
Tips on maximizing your sight
The best diet and nutritional supplements for eye health
The latest medical and technological advances
And much more!
Also includes: A comprehensive appendix of associations, organizations and foundations, large-print publishers, audiotape and videotape resources, and a helpful list of suppliers of products and services.
The importance of monitoring the disease
Steps that can be taken to slow the progression
Risk factors associated with the disease
How to find and work with a low-vision specialist
Getting the most out of visual rehabilitation
Driving tips, helpful devices, and other aids
Adapting your home for easier living
Tips on maximizing your sight
The best diet and nutritional supplements for eye health
The latest medical and technological advances
And much more!"
Also includes: A comprehensive appendix of associations, organizations and foundations, large-print publishers, audiotape and videotape resources, and a helpful list of suppliers of products and services. Each year, more than 400,000 Americans are diagnosed with macular degeneration, an age-related, progressive eye disease that immediately raises a fear of total blindness. The good news is: YOU ARE NOT GOING BLIND. However, you are dealing with a disease that causes serious visual impairment--an inconvenience the author, Dr. Yale Solomon, has becomepersonally familiar with since he was diagnosed in 1990. Now this respected ophthalmologist offers a compassionate and understanding look at both the medical and human side of macular degeneration and ways to meet the challenge of its impact on everyday life.
"What exactly is macular degeneration?
The importance of monitoring the disease
Steps that can be taken to slow the progression
Risk factors associated with the disease
How to find and work with a low-vision specialist
Getting the most out of visual rehabilitation
Driving tips, helpful devices, and other aids
Adapting your home for easier living
Tips on maximizing your sight
The best diet and nutritional supplements for eye health
The latest medical and technological advances
And much more!
Also includes: A comprehensive appendix of associations, organizations and foundations, large-print publishers, audiotape and videotape resources, and a helpful list of suppliers of products and services.
272 pages, Paperback
First published February 1, 2000
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September 10, 2019
So Very Helpful
As a newly diagnosed person, this expert who also is experiencing the disease, speaks to me with the authority of his training and of his life. I'm thankful to have found this book. The resource guide is priceless.
As a newly diagnosed person, this expert who also is experiencing the disease, speaks to me with the authority of his training and of his life. I'm thankful to have found this book. The resource guide is priceless.
July 23, 2018
Great read for family members
Tons of great info in this book. If you or someone you love suffers from AMD this book is a must read
Tons of great info in this book. If you or someone you love suffers from AMD this book is a must read
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