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HOUSTON, Sept. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Whitsett Vision Group announced today it is the first ophthalmologist group in the country to perform cataract surgeries using a new lens approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and that the practice has added another lens to its patient offerings. Both lenses have been shown to improve patients' vision and overall quality of life.

The two new lenses include the Lenstec ClearView 3, a multifocal intraocular lens, and the RxSight Light Adjustable Lens (LAL).

"Through recent advancements and technology, we can correct cataracts and enhance our patients' quality of life as we've never been able to before," said Jeffery Whitsett, board-certified ophthalmologist, and founder of the Whitsett Vision Group and VISTA Ophthalmics.

In clinical trials, patients reported having high-quality distance and near vision after receiving the ClearView 3 lens. They also did not experience dysphotopia, a common condition after cataract surgery, which is best described as the appearance of arcs, streaks, starbursts, or rings.

"The ClearView 3 from Lenstec has been designed with increased precision, accuracy, and stability, which results in excellent long-term visual outcomes at near, intermediate, and distance," said Whitsett.

Whitsett and his team performed the first surgeries using ClearView 3 as recently as Aug. 15.

The LAL lens is another option for Whitsett Vision Group's patients and is the only intraocular lens that enables ophthalmologists to customize a patient's vision after cataract surgery.

"This lens allows us to customize vision for each patient and adjust after surgery during a routine appointment. It can be adjusted to meet every patient's lifestyle needs and allows them to essentially 'test drive' the lens to experience and design their best visual outcome with complete confidence," said Whitsett.

Studies show that patients receiving the LAL and the recommended post-surgery treatments were more likely to achieve 20/20 vision or better without glasses than cataract patients with standard lens implants.

Surgeries using the LAL lens at Whitsett Vision Group started in late August.

Whitsett, who has helped pioneer ophthalmology research for new devices, procedures, and medications, was heavily involved in the FDA trials for the ClearView 3.

For more information about Whitsett Vision Group, visitwww.whitsettvision.com.

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Whitsett Vision Group was founded in 1999 by Dr. Jeffrey Whitsett to bring superior eye care and surgical vision treatment options to the city of Houston. Since its inception, Whitsett Vision Group has been focused on custom cataract and LASIK surgery, utilizing advanced technologies and innovative lens solutions to provide patients with the best visual outcomes after surgery. More information about Whitsett Vision Group is available atwww.whitsettvision.com.

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Mr Grillet has developed a condition known as retinal detachment in his right eye and, as a result, has lost more than 50 per cent of his sight.

Oswaldo Grillet finds peace and the ability to switch off his daily concerns while practising yoga.

Normally, an operation can resolve the (retinal detachment) if treated immediately, but I was in a remote location and it took two or three days before I was able to see a real professional, he recalls.

... in life there is always a before and an after... you must learn to let go when you have to let go...

Mr Grillet says he was mountain bike riding in a remote part of New Zealand when he noticed a problem in his vision which literally stopped him in his tracks and forced him to seek urgent medical attention.

Oswaldo Grillet used to enjoy mountain bike riding.

Without a doubt, in my life there is a before and after... and you have to learn to let go... and yes, I had to stop doing things I loved, or I had to do them differently and make adjustments," he said.

A new beginning

With the partial loss of his vision, he says he was forced to look for paths that allowed him to practice introspection and in that space, he says discovered his priorities and the ways to accept the changing processes in life.

... whenever you lose something, a new space is created... it's an opportunity to understand that something new and different is coming.

Discovering a 'scientific, mystical path'

Mr Grillet is an experienced practitioner of yoga and meditation who began exploring both techniques in Venezuela when he was a teenager, and, years later, he travelled to India where he lived as a monk, studying and practising yoga, devotional music, transcendental meditation and Ayurvedic medicine.

This wealth of knowledge facilitated his path after his diagnosis, and increased his personal awareness to help him find ways to adapt to the new circumstances.

You think you're being productive the more active you are but it turns out that you might be hurting yourself because your stress levels are too high, even if you're doing a sport.

Knowing how to meditate helps you perceive life as it is and not as your mental conditioning wants it to be... that's what's important... and if you think about it and decide to consider making it part of your life, you're going to empower yourself, you're going to be at peace, regardless of what is happening in the external world.

The International Day of Yoga

During the pandemic, there was a growing tendency for people around the world to adopt this practice to stay healthy and rejuvenated and to combat social isolation and depression, says the UN.

... yoga also played an important role in the psychosocial care and rehabilitation of patients with COVID-19 to alleviate their fears and anxieties.

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Stephen Curry is undoubtedly the greatest shooter of all time but he suffers from a genetic eye disease with no known cure.

When we say Stephen Curry is one of a kind, we mean it. Every other player in the league current or past has a parallel.

Take Shaquille ONeal for example. The 71 center was perhaps one of the most dominant players ever. Yet, he himself believes Giannis Antetokounmpo is a close comparison to him in the modern-day game.

But when it comes to Curry, there is no alternative to him. No one can shoot as consistently as him or run through screens all day, or drive to the ring the way he does. Its the complete package of Stephen Curry that overwhelms opponents.

Contrary to what fans would believe, though his lethal from beyond the arc, three-point shooting is not the pillar of his game. It is in fact his ability to use any aspect of his game on any given night.

Three-pointers not landing? Curry just drives to the rim. Getting bodied by bigger players? He stays in constant motion to beat defenders.

On top of his scoring abilities, Steph is an exceptional court general. His playmaking is second to none. The vision to find open shooters or thread the needle through busy lanes, make the Chef one of the most valuable assets in league history.

But unfortunately, there is a high probability Stephen Curry may lose his eyesight.

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Its ironic that Stephen Curry, the greatest shooter of all time, suffers from an untreatable eye condition. In Keratoconus, a chronic disease that cannot be treated, the cornea bulges outwards like a cone.

This impacts how light is perceived by the eye causing blurred vision and incapability to read or drive.

Curry found out about the disease in 2019 after a shooting slump. Curry addressed the poor performance by getting contact lenses.

Though the lenses have helped the 4-time NBA Champ see the board clearly, it does not automatically make his eyes better.

The issue with Keratoconus is that it never goes away. Stephs natural vision will always remain blurred. In fact, Keratoconus progressively gets worse as time passes by.

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Donny W. Suh, MD, FAAP, MBA, FACS, Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, and Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine, named recipient of the 8th Annual Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award from the National Center for Children's Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness.

CHICAGO, Sep. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The National Center for Children's Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness (NCCVEH) has announced the recipient of the eighth annual "Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award" as Donny W. Suh, MD, FAAP, MBA, FACS, Chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, and Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, University of California, Irvine. The award will be formally presented at the NCCVEH Annual Meeting, to be held virtually, on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022.

The Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award recognizes significant efforts by an individual or group of individuals to improve public health approaches for children's vision and eye health at the state or national level. The award was established in 2014 by the Advisory Committee of the National Center for Children's Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness to honor Bonnie Strickland and her groundbreaking work to establish a comprehensive system for children's vision in the U.S. She served as Director of the Division of Services for Children with Special Health Needs, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, before her retirement in 2014.

Dr. Suh has been named as the 2022 Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award recipient in recognition of his unique approach to connecting vision to overall health by aligning pediatrics and eye care; reducing barriers to eye care and improving vision health equity; and his participation in critical research that advances understanding of children's vision and eye health as well as vision disorders. Dr. Suh conducted research on school attendance and performance for children screened through the UC Irvine Mobile Eye Clinic, which will enhance the field's understanding of the connection of vision to academic success.

Dr. Suh currently serves as medical director of the UC Irvine Mobile Eye Clinic. The van began making school visits seven years ago and has provided vision screening for more than 20,000 preschoolers in Orange County, Calif. Since his appointment at UC Irvine, Dr. Suh, has increased fundraising efforts and success for this community outreach, as he did with a similar pediatric vision van program at his former institution, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, where more than 3,500 children were evaluated and treated each year.

Dr. Suh is also being recognized for his important work in training pediatric ophthalmologists and his leadership within the American Academy of Pediatrics for improving communications between the fields of pediatrics and ophthalmology, and developing vision screening guidelines.

"I am truly honored and humbled to be recognized by the NCCVEH as the Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award. Bonnie is an inspirational figure and a true champion advocating for our children's vision. Vision Screening programs have been a team effort from the public health sector, educators, school nurses, and community stakeholders, to make our dreams come true with a single vision," said Dr. Suh. "Also, there have been many people before me who dedicated tremendous sacrifices to make these programs possible. I would like to share this award with my Pediatric Eye Mobile team and the predecessors who made it possible. As Henry Ford once said, 'Coming together is the beginning. Keeping together is progress, and working together is success!'"

"Prevent Blindness has declared 2022 as 'The Year of Children's Vision," and we thank Dr. Donny Suh for his exemplary efforts and decades-long dedication to providing children with the access to quality eyecare services they deserve," said Jeff Todd, president and CEO if Prevent Blindness. "We enthusiastically congratulate Dr. Suh for being named the recipient of this year's Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award and look forward to working with him to continue his sight-saving efforts!"

Past recipients of the Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award include Shavette L. Turner, vice president, Children's Vision Services at Prevent Blindness Georgia; Logan Newman, founder of the East High School Vision Care Program; Anne L. Coleman, MD, MPH, UCLA Stein Eye Institute; the Vision in Preschoolers (VIP) Study Group; Richard Bunner, retired from the Ohio Department of Health; Sean P. Donahue, MD, PhD, Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Vanderbilt University; the Illinois Eye Institute (IEI) at Princeton Vision Clinic; and the Pediatric Physicians' Organization at Children's. For more information on the 2022 Bonnie Strickland Champion for Children's Vision Award, Prevent Blindness or the NCCVEH, please visit nationalcenter.preventblindness.org or contact Donna Fishman at dfishman@preventblindness.org.

About the National Center for Children's Vision and Eye Health at Prevent Blindness Founded in 1908, Prevent Blindness is the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization dedicated to fighting blindness and saving sight. Focused on promoting a continuum of vision care, Prevent Blindness touches the lives of millions of people each year through public and professional education, advocacy, certified vision screening and training, community and patient service programs and research. In 2009, Prevent Blindness established the National Center for Children's Vision and Eye Health, with funding and leadership support from the HRSA- Maternal and Child Health Bureau. Serving as a major resource for the establishment of a public health infrastructure, the National Center advances and promotes children's vision and eye care, providing leadership and training to public entities throughout the United States. The National Center is advised by a committee of national experts and leaders from the fields of ophthalmology, optometry, pediatrics, nursing, family advocates and public health to guide the work and recommendations of the Center. For more information, or to make a contribution to the sight-saving fund, call (800) 331-2020, or visit us at https://nationalcenter.preventblindness.org/.

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We have a game-changing offering for how people access and experience employee benefits - with an ultimate goal to positively impact hundreds of millions of lives through high-quality, accessible and affordable health benefits.

SAN CARLOS, Calif. (PRWEB) September 28, 2022

XP Health, the company creating the first digital-first vision benefits platform, today announces a $17.1M Series A round led by HC9 Ventures, Valor Capital Group and ManchesterStory. Additional investors include Canvas Ventures, CameronVC, Core Innovation Capital, GSR Ventures, and Plug and Play, as well as high profile angels like Ken Goulet (former EVP Anthem), Kevin Hill (former regional CEO United Healthcare), Jeff Epstein (CFO of Oracle, partner at Bessemer Venture Partners) and Brett Rochkind (former managing partner General Atlantic). This expansion capital will bolster XP Healths drive to reinvent how people experience vision benefits.

XP Health offers a high-quality, innovative vision care benefit that doubles the value of coverage while reducing costs by half for members. This recent fundraise follows a successful 2021 for the company, during which it raised $5.5 million and was named one of Fast Companys Most Innovative Companies. Starting with just 30 clients last year, XP Health now services 1,500, including high-profile companies like Docusign, Chegg, Navistar, Sequoia Consulting, and strategic partners Guardian Life Insurance and The Health Benefit Alliance. All-in, XP Health covers more than 250,000 people.

Through its integrated supply chain, XP Health keeps costs low by removing the middlemen that add significant markups at several steps in the process. This business model has helped triple vision benefits coverage for employees while reducing their out-of-pocket costs by 80 percent, all while cutting employer eyewear claim costs by 40 percent. This model has also helped the company to grow their revenue by 9,300 percent since January 2021.

This round of funding enables us to strengthen the platforms functionality and provide a stellar consumer experience in the most affordable way to employers, insurance carriers, and employees, said Antonio Moraes, Co-Founder, and CEO of XP Health and a former impact venture capital investor. We have a game-changing offering for how people access and experience employee benefits - with an ultimate goal to positively impact hundreds of millions of lives through high-quality, accessible, and affordable health benefits.

Vision coverage has remained static, complicated, expensive, and unsatisfying for decades. An estimated 93 million adults in the United States (about 25 percent of the population) are at high risk for serious vision loss, but only half visited an eye doctor in the past 12 months [1]. XP Health uses advanced technology to transform vision care into something people - whether they have 20/20 eyesight or need a prescription - are excited to use, and has a unique business model that lowers costs for all parties.

The XP Health team is bringing some much-needed change to vision benefits. HC9 is excited to leverage our experience and network to help XP Health accelerate growth while improving eye health, said Jon Gordon, General Partner of HC9 Ventures. We know firsthand what it is like to operate and grow businesses that are driving health innovation, and XP Health is the perfect partner.

We believe that XP Health will fundamentally transform the future of vision benefits and are thrilled to contribute to their mission to innovate in the space, said Michael Nicklas of Valor Capital Group. XP Health is working hard towards expanding access to high quality vision care to millions of employees in the United States and we are proud to have backed the company since day one.

As an insuretech-focused investor, we know that quality benefit programs make a big difference in a companys ability to attract and retain employees, which is especially important given the current state of the job market, said David Miles of ManchesterStory. XP Health is on a path to make vision care a 'must have' core employee benefit. Our confidence in XP Healths founding team and their passion for the end-consumer made XP Health an investment opportunity we could not pass up.

About XP HealthXP Health democratizes access to high-quality, delightful experiences in vision care that double coverage and reduce costs by half. It is the first modern vision platform focused on eye care and eyewear that can be used to enhance or replace existing vision plans, and uses artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and customer-centric design to create a stellar member experience. XP Health was named to the 2021 Fast Company list of the Worlds Most Innovative Companies and over the past year has expanded from 30 to 1500+ customers, including Docusign, Palantir, Chegg, Sequoia Consulting, and strategic partner Guardian Life Insurance. To learn more visit xphealth.co.

About HC9HC9 is an early-stage venture capital firm purpose-built to provide industry-specific expertise to emerging healthcare software and services companies. HC9s unparalleled, deeply-engaged investor community of leading executives, entrepreneurs, and investors collectively has thousands of years of experience in all facets of healthcare. We leverage the power of that experience to support the founders that are shaping the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit http://www.hc9.vc.

About Valor Capital GroupValor Capital Group is a global venture capital firm, focused on early-stage and growth equity investments. Currently, the Group has over $2 billion AUM, distributed across six funds. Valor pursues a cross-border strategy with a focus primarily in Brazil and throughout Latin America, as well as investing in international companies and helping them expand into the region. Since inception, the Firm has invested in over 100 companies, 20 of which are unicorns.

About ManchesterStoryManchesterStory partners with world-class founders pursuing technological innovation in InsurTech and adjacent sectors. Focused on early-stage start-ups, ManchesterStory leads venture capital investments to fund growth while also connecting them with leading financial services companies across North America and beyond.

[1] https://www.cdc.gov/visionhealth/resources/publications/high-risk-vision-loss.html#:~:text=In%202017%2C%20approximately%2093%20million,exam%20in%20the%20last%20year.

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ocular herpes

Ringworm is a rash that appears as small blisters on the skinusually on the torso, although it can also appear on the abdomen, legs or face, and is caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus. smallpox virus as if sleeping in our body, but After years it reactivates and herpes zoster infection appears.,

One of the existing types of herpes zoster is ophthalmic:

Redness of the eye.

Foreign body sensation.

Constant tearing.

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-Photophobia or sensitivity to light.

-Low vision if shingles affects the retinal area.

Rash or swelling on the eyelids.

If the herpes reaches the cornea, then the scars can be seen

If the disease is not treated May continue to progress manifesting as corneal ulcers, In more advanced stages, the herpes virus can seriously damage the cornea, even perforating it. It usually affects only one eye.

Once a diagnosis is made by an ophthalmologist, treatment will aim to treat the symptoms and prevent new episodes. For this, Adequate eye hygiene with physiological serum will be done daily and antiviral and anti-inflammatory drugs will be prescribed,

In extreme cases, if ocular herpes has caused significant loss of vision due to damage to the cornea, a corneal transplant may be a solution.

Systemic treatment of herpes zoster shortens the healing process, preventing or relieving pain and other complications Acute or chronic, especially when administered within the first 72 hours of symptoms.

The most frequent complications of herpes zoster ophthalmicus are those affecting the eyelid skin (blepharitis) and/or the conjunctiva (conjunctivitis). Involvement of the cornea (keratitis) is most severe and can leave sequelae affecting vision. other thing, Intrauterine inflammation can produce sequelae such as cataracts or glaucoma and inflammation of the retina (retinitis) Can skip important sequences,

Although this type of shingles can have different results., Carmen suffered from this ringworm: It affected my eyesight and I lost a lot of vision. Now I have monocular vision and my eyes are very tired, he explained. I would tell people suffering from this to go to the doctor immediately because you can prevent the nerve from being affected as it happened to me.

The average duration of shingles is 2 to 4 weeks, It can be reduced if treatment is applied with the first symptoms. For this reason, it is very important to go to the doctor as soon as the pain starts or as soon as the first blisters appear.

Herpes zoster has a low mortality rate, but its complications, especially postherpetic neuralgia, can cause disability and affect the quality of life of people suffering from it, There is no cure for this disease, but it is preventable. For more information consult your doctor and visit the website http://www.virusherpeszoster.com.

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An Exeter optometrist whose diagnosis saved a womans sight is raising awareness about the importance of eye tests. Emily Beard, who works at the Specsavers Exeter store, assessed a 33-year-old woman whose sight was deteriorating.

As part of an extensive eye examination Emily used a hospital-grade optical coherence tomography (OCT) machine to look at the womans eyes and what she saw concerned her, so she urgently referred the woman to the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital. They immediately did an MRI scan and found a tumour pressing down on her optic nerves. The woman was transferred to Derriford Hospital in Plymouth, where she underwent a seven-and-a-half-hour operation to remove a tumour behind her eyes.

Emily says: "This is a prime example of the importance of eye tests. Theyre not just about updating the prescription. An eye test can help detect all sorts of issues. In this case, the woman came in complaining of patches of her vision going blurry. Shed been seen elsewhere but they didnt seem to know the problem. She was missing most of her field of vision in her eye, which suggested to me that something was pressing on her optic nerve, which is very serious, so I referred her to hospital straightaway."

The woman, who does not want to be named, presented Emily with flowers and chocolates as a thank you. She says: "I cant express my appreciation to Emily enough for what she did for me. Her diagnosis was spot on and she saved my sight. Without her Id have carried on assuming my symptoms were just stress-related and I would have eventually gone blind. Emily is an absolutely amazing optometrist and I will always remember what she did for me.

"After she referred me, it all happened so fast. It was such a delicate operation and Derriford didnt know what my sight would be like afterwards. If Id gone to Specsavers earlier it wouldnt have been such a long operation. So, of course, if I knew what I know now, I would have gone to Specsavers straightaway, because without their diagnosis I wouldve gone completely blind because the tumour was wrapped around the right optic nerve and was doing the same to the left. I wanted to see my niece grow up I was desperate for that and thanks to Specsavers and the hospitals, I can do that."

Specsavers recommends that everyone should have an eye test at least once every two years, and more often if they notice any changes to their vision or eyes. Emily adds: Its great to hear that the operation all went well. Its outcomes like this that made me want to be an optometrist, knowing what a difference a diagnosis can make to someone. It also shows how important eye tests are, because if something serious is found people can get treatment early, and that can be crucial.

"In this case, the woman wasnt in any pain. Often people can go on thinking theyre fine when really theyre not, so they should get themselves checked out, because the technology we have now can pick up things that even the best optician might not see, and that can save your sight or even your life.

To book an appointment at Specsavers Exeter, visit the store at 247-248 High St, telephone 01392 210604 or go online at http://www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/exeter.

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Sonia Dawswell's weight loss journey, pictured in 2005 and now. (Collect/PA Real Life)

A woman who lost half her body weight and then put much of it back on due to the debilitating affects of losing her sight and not being able to cook has managed to shed the pounds once again.

Sonia Dawswell, 54, who stands at 5ft 3, was 21st and a UK size 28 when she decided to make a change before a holiday to Tenerife in 2005. "I was getting on a plane with a friend and caught sight of myself in the glass," she says.

"I just thought, 'Oh my god!' I hadn't realised how big I really was.

"I said to my friend there and then that I'd have a great holiday, eat what I wanted, come back and make some changes."

Sonia Dawswell pictured here in 2004. (Collect/PA Real Life)

Upon joining WW (previously Weight Watchers), Dawswell had a BMI of 52, compared to the NHS' suggested healthy range of 18.5-24.9.

Dawswell, a court volunteer from East London, then slimmed down to 10st 7lb and a size 12/14 with a BMI of 26.

Dawswell, who has suffered with sight issues all her life (her mum first noticed problems with her vision when she was just a toddler), gradually began needing stronger and stronger glasses as she grew older, which eventually led her to being registered partially sighted due to cataracts (when the lens in your eye develops cloudy patches) and glaucoma (a common eye condition where the optic nerve becomes damaged).

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Sonia Dawswell after she lost 10st 7lbs. (Collect/PA Real Life)

Then, one night in 2018, she completely lost sight in her left eye. The scary turn of events meant she was now registered as blind, a disability that affected her every aspect of her life, including not being able to cook.

"I went to bed with sight, woke up completely blind in my left eye," recalls Dawswell, who lives alone.

"As I only have a small amount of sight in my right eye, it made everyday tasks impossible."

She had to rely on pre-packaged or takeaway food and found herself having "endless snacks all day long".

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"There was no end to it," she says. "Id just be picking from morning to night. Crisps, biscuits, sandwiches. Anything I could just buy and eat. I couldnt even see the calories on the back of the pack.

On my way home from work, Id stop off at the chip shop, get chips and eat them at home with a cheese and onion pasty.

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Dawswell candidly added, "Ive been to lots of support groups for people with sight loss and a lot of us are overweight. I believe were dying sooner because of it.

Nevertheless, Dawswell has never let her visual impairment hold her back. "It doesn't prevent me from socialising, or working, and I wasn't going to let it stop me going to WW." It also never stopped her from enjoying her love of fashion, taking friends shopping with her or asking shop assistants to guide her to clothes in favourite colours.

Sonia Dawswell before her weight loss. (Collect/PA Real Life)

"Back then, I was always the biggest women in the room," she says. "But I'd always be a well-dressed big woman!"

It was during lockdown, when she was also unable to exercise and eating as described, that Dawswell noticed herself putting on weight again.

I never got back to that 21st, but I did gain a lot of weight back. There was nothing to do but sit and eat. No way to exercise.

Coming out of lockdown, she was 15st 7lb and a size 18, giving her a BMI of 38.4. Having confidence in the WW diet which had helped her so well before, Dawswell recommitted to losing the weight again.

Read more: Woman loses 13 stone without ditching carbs: 'I was a heart attack waiting to happen'

Sonia Dawswell after her weight loss. (Collect/PA Real Life)

Dawswell also began walking six miles a day, stopped eating after 7pm and cleverly figured out ways to learn to use some appliances in the kitchen again, like a blender and frying pan, despite the difficulty she faced due to her impaired eyesight. This helped her make herself omelettes and healthy breakfast smoothies, with her diet now also including fruit or porridge, or a butternut squash salad.

Her friends also stepped up to support her determination, dropping off food and giving words of encouragement as she not only set out to lose weight, but look after herself day to day.

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Sonia Dawswell now has three healthy meals a day, walks 10,000 steps six days a week and snacks on fruit instead of crisps. (Collect/PA Real Life)

"I learnt tricks like using appliances with big, simple buttons," she explained. "I'd go to the supermarket, take pictures of the back of packets and enlarge them on my phone, so I could work out the points."

Dawswell has lost 4st and is 11st 6lb and a size 14 just half a stone from her goal weight since rejoining WW and committing to exercise every day.

As a lover of bright and beautiful colours, she can now buy a wider range of stylish clothing and again and feels healthier and happier though of course 'stylish' clothing should accommodate all sizes.

"I hope my story can encourage other people," she emphasised. "I'm a woman of a certain age and menopausal, but that hasn't stopped me. I have visual impairment but that hasn't stopped me either."

"I want people to realise you can have a life with a disability and still watch your weight. It's not easy but keep knocking on those doors until they open for you."

Sonia Dawswell now wears a size 14. (Collect/PA Real Life)

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A high-school student who experienced nausea was later diagnosed with an aggressive and deadly brain tumor.

The boy, who has only been identified by his first name, Tom, was told by doctors that he had glioblastoma multiforme (GMB) when he was just 13 years old, the Liverpool Echo reported.

Glioblastoma multiforme is an aggressive form of cancer that can occur in the brain or spinal cord. It forms from star-shaped cell cells known as astrocytes that are found in the nervous system.

While this cancer affects people of any age, it occurs more frequently in older adults and is uncommon in children, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Figures from a 2017 publication show that the incident rate of GMB is just over 3 per 100,000 people in the United States, with the median age of cases being 64.

Among the symptoms of GMB are nausea, vomiting, persistent headaches, seizures, double or blurred vision, and changes in mood or personality.

This form of cancer can be very difficult to treat, with the average survival time being 12-18 months, according to U.K.-based The Brain Tumour Charity. Only a quarter of glioblastoma patients survive more than one year, while only 5 percent survive more than five years.

Treatments may be able to slow the progression of the disease. These can include surgery, followed by chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

Tom, now 14, who lives in Ellesmere Port, northwestern England, began feeling sick in September 2020 after returning to school following the U.K.'s first national COVID lockdown.

The boy's mother told the Echo she first thought her son's health problems were linked to his return to school. But he began to experience further complications.

"I contacted doctors a few times. When he was off for school holidays in October he said he had double-vision," the 47-year-old, who was only identified by her first name, Karen, told the Echo.

"He had a doctor's appointment at the end of October and they said physically he was OK. He suffered a really bad migraine at the beginning of November so I contacted the opticians thinking it was his eyes due to being on computer a lot more," she said.

The boy underwent an eye test, during which the optician spotted a swelling behind his eye. He was sent to hospital where an MRI scan revealed that he had a brain tumor.

"Tom was physically shocked, I was in pieces," the mother said.

The boy was transferred by ambulance to Alder Hey Children's Hospital, where he underwent surgery, although doctors told the family that they would not be able to remove the whole tumor. A week after the surgery, Tom was diagnosed with grade 4 glioblastoma multiforme.

In December 2020, the boy began radiotherapy and chemotherapy, but he lost his peripheral eyesight due to pressure on his optical nerve.

After six weeks of radiotherapy and chemotherapy once a month for a year, doctors told the family that treatments were no longer working and there is nothing more they could do, according to a GoFundMe page set up by the mother.

"Tom has always been a positive person and the way he has handled this devastating news at such a young age is absolutely amazing and he is my hero," the mother said on the GoFundMe page.

"We are as a family determined to fight this as hard as we can and be in the 2 percent that survive this horrible aggressive cancer," she said.

The mother said she was trying to raise money to try and get her son onto a clinical trial in Germany or the U.S. to give him the "the best fighting chance at life."

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DUBLIN, Dec. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The "Eye Care Surgical Market Research Report by Application, End-user, and Region - Global Forecast to 2026 - Cumulative Impact of COVID-19" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

The Global Eye Care Surgical Market size was estimated at USD 3,276.23 million in 2020, is expected to reach USD 3,547.10 million in 2021, and projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.60% reaching USD 5,376.45 million by 2026.

Market Statistics

The report provides market sizing and forecast across five major currencies - USD, EUR GBP, JPY, and AUD. It helps organization leaders make better decisions when currency exchange data is readily available. In this report, the years 2018 and 2019 are considered historical years, 2020 as the base year, 2021 as the estimated year, and years from 2022 to 2026 are considered the forecast period.

Competitive Strategic Window

The Competitive Strategic Window analyses the competitive landscape in terms of markets, applications, and geographies to help the vendor define an alignment or fit between their capabilities and opportunities for future growth prospects. It describes the optimal or favorable fit for the vendors to adopt successive merger and acquisition strategies, geography expansion, research & development, and new product introduction strategies to execute further business expansion and growth during a forecast period.

FPNV Positioning Matrix

The FPNV Positioning Matrix evaluates and categorizes the vendors in the Eye Care Surgical Market based on Business Strategy (Business Growth, Industry Coverage, Financial Viability, and Channel Support) and Product Satisfaction (Value for Money, Ease of Use, Product Features, and Customer Support) that aids businesses in better decision making and understanding the competitive landscape.

Market Share Analysis

The Market Share Analysis offers the analysis of vendors considering their contribution to the overall market. It provides the idea of its revenue generation into the overall market compared to other vendors in the space. It provides insights into how vendors are performing in terms of revenue generation and customer base compared to others. Knowing market share offers an idea of the size and competitiveness of the vendors for the base year. It reveals the market characteristics in terms of accumulation, fragmentation, dominance, and amalgamation traits.

Company Usability Profiles

The report profoundly explores the recent significant developments by the leading vendors and innovation profiles in the Global Eye Care Surgical Market, including A.R.C. Laser GmbH, Abbott Laboratories Inc, Alcon Vision LLC, Avedro, Inc., Bausch & Lomb Incorporated, Beaver-Visitec International, Inc., Carl Zeiss Meditec AG, Essilor International S.A., Glaukos Corp, Hoya Corporation, iSTAR Medical SA, Lumenis Ltd, NIDEK CO., LTD., Novartis AG, Ophthalmic Instruments Inc., Optotune GmbH, RetinAI Medical GmbH, SENSIMED SA, Sight Sciences, Inc., Topcon Corporation, TRIOPTICS GmbH, Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc., and Virtual Expo Group.

The report provides insights on the following pointers:1. Market Penetration: Provides comprehensive information on the market offered by the key players2. Market Development: Provides in-depth information about lucrative emerging markets and analyze penetration across mature segments of the markets3. Market Diversification: Provides detailed information about new product launches, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments4. Competitive Assessment & Intelligence: Provides an exhaustive assessment of market shares, strategies, products, certification, regulatory approvals, patent landscape, and manufacturing capabilities of the leading players5. Product Development & Innovation: Provides intelligent insights on future technologies, R&D activities, and breakthrough product developments

The report answers questions such as:1. What is the market size and forecast of the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?2. What are the inhibiting factors and impact of COVID-19 shaping the Global Eye Care Surgical Market during the forecast period?3. Which are the products/segments/applications/areas to invest in over the forecast period in the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?4. What is the competitive strategic window for opportunities in the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?5. What are the technology trends and regulatory frameworks in the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?6. What is the market share of the leading vendors in the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?7. What modes and strategic moves are considered suitable for entering the Global Eye Care Surgical Market?

Key Topics Covered:

1. Preface

2. Research Methodology

3. Executive Summary

4. Market Overview4.1. Introduction4.2. Cumulative Impact of COVID-19

5. Market Dynamics5.1. Introduction5.2. Drivers5.2.1. Rising prevalence of eye diseases5.2.2. Technological advancements in eye surgical instruments5.2.3. Increasing government initiatives to control visual impairment5.3. Restraints5.3.1. High cost of surgical instruments and lack of skilled professional5.4. Opportunities5.4.1. Rising development in advanced products and technologies5.4.2. Increasing healthcare facilities in the emerging markets5.5. Challenges5.5.1. Lack of awareness and low accessibility to eye care in low-income economies

6. Eye Care Surgical Market, by Application6.1. Introduction6.2. Cataract Surgery6.3. Corneal Surgery6.4. Glaucoma Surgery6.5. Oculoplastic Surgery6.6. Refractive Surgery6.7. Vitreo-retinal Surgery

7. Eye Care Surgical Market, by End-user7.1. Introduction7.2. Ambulatory Surgical Centers7.3. Eye Research Institutes7.4. Hospitals7.5. Ophthalmology Clinics

8. Americas Eye Care Surgical Market8.1. Introduction8.2. Argentina8.3. Brazil8.4. Canada8.5. Mexico8.6. United States

9. Asia-Pacific Eye Care Surgical Market9.1. Introduction9.2. Australia9.3. China9.4. India9.5. Indonesia9.6. Japan9.7. Malaysia9.8. Philippines9.9. Singapore9.10. South Korea9.11. Taiwan9.12. Thailand

10. Europe, Middle East & Africa Eye Care Surgical Market10.1. Introduction10.2. France10.3. Germany10.4. Italy10.5. Netherlands10.6. Qatar10.7. Russia10.8. Saudi Arabia10.9. South Africa10.10. Spain10.11. United Arab Emirates10.12. United Kingdom

11. Competitive Landscape11.1. FPNV Positioning Matrix11.1.1. Quadrants11.1.2. Business Strategy11.1.3. Product Satisfaction11.2. Market Ranking Analysis11.3. Market Share Analysis, by Key Player11.4. Competitive Scenario11.4.1. Merger & Acquisition11.4.2. Agreement, Collaboration, & Partnership11.4.3. New Product Launch & Enhancement11.4.4. Investment & Funding11.4.5. Award, Recognition, & Expansion

12. Company Usability Profiles12.1. A.R.C. Laser GmbH12.2. Abbott Laboratories Inc.12.3. Alcon Vision LLC12.4. Avedro, Inc.12.5. Bausch & Lomb Incorporated12.6. Beaver-Visitec International, Inc.12.7. Carl Zeiss Meditec AG12.8. Essilor International S.A.12.9. Glaukos Corp12.10. Hoya Corporation12.11. iSTAR Medical SA12.12. Lumenis Ltd.12.13. NIDEK CO., LTD.12.14. Novartis AG12.15. Ophthalmic Instruments Inc.12.16. Optotune GmbH12.17. RetinAI Medical GmbH12.18. SENSIMED SA12.19. Sight Sciences, Inc.12.20. Topcon Corporation12.21. TRIOPTICS GmbH12.22. Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc.12.23. Virtual Expo Group

13. Appendix

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BattleVision Storm Glasses sales skyrocket after major winter storms hit across the United States.

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BattleVision Storm glasses were created to help drivers stay safe at night, no matter what type of weather. The main purpose of BattleVision Storm glasses is to help drivers to see well while driving, even if you have 20/20 vision. It filters all light from daytime to even nighttime. The company saw an uptick in sales after storms overtake the Midwest during the winter months.

BattleVision Storm glasses are designed to give better sight overall in every scenario, even during a winter storm. Customers love how during a snowstorm these glasses deflect the glare from passing headlights, allowing clients to see even clearly through the snow.

The glasses also help customers at night, when it is hard to make out a sign in the darkness. These glasses allow people to have enhanced vision so everyone can read even when it is near pitch black outside.

Many BatteVision Storm reviews have deemed the new products as essential for driving at night or in rough conditions. One reviewer claims that the glasses are "helping your eyesight stay healthy".

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A major selling point of the glasses is the affordability. Everyone is able to see clearly and safely while driving. BattleVision Storm glasses save everyone costs.

BattleVision sunglasses by Atomic Beam helped you battle through the glare from the sun. Now you can battle through the nighttime glare with BattleVision Night Vision Glasses by Atomic Beam. The yellow-tinted night driving glasses offer your eyes protection from debilitating headlight glare, as well as glare from street lights, and enhance your vision. Battle Vision Night Vision Glasses are also the perfect anti-glare glasses and polarized glasses for driving during the daytime in inclement weather like fog and rain. Part of the Atomic Beam family, Battle Vision Night Vision Glasses are built atomically tough.

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If you have monocular vision or sight loss in one eye, we've put together some advice and answers to some commonly asked questions which we hope you'll find useful.

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It is perfectly normal to need some time to adjust to losing the sight in one of your eyes both emotionally and practically.

When you lose vision in one eye its common to experience some uncomfortable symptoms as your visual system adjusts to this new way of seeing.

Youll only be using one eye instead of using both eyes as a pair. This can initially cause some problems for people with things like depth perception (judging steps or correctly gauging how to pour liquid into a cup for example) and not having the field of vision on the affected side that you are used to (what you can see to the sides when looking straight ahead).

If the sight loss is not complete, it may also cause things to appear less clear, as the poor sight in the affected eye can "interfere" with vision from the good eye.

People can also find that their eyes can become tired sometimes after very little effort as the eyes are trying to work to make the best of the remaining vision. You can continue using your good eye for activities such as reading or watching television; it wont damage your eyes. However, you may find it helpful to take regular breaks from these tasks to prevent your eyes from becoming tired or fatigued.

In the main, the solution to these problems is a natural adjustment which happens over time. Our brains are very adaptable and able to adjust to this change in vision. Usually people find that with time their good eye "takes over" and that tasks that were previously difficult become easier. Its very difficult to say how long this adjustment will take as this is very individual. However, once someone has adjusted to monocular vision, they find that they are able to read, watch television and perform many day to day activities without any problems.

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Here are a few ideas that you may find useful to incorporate into things you do every day.

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If you have monocular vision, you may still be able to drive a car or motorcycle if your other eye has good enough vision to meet the legal standards set by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), and you have adapted to the sight loss in one eye.

Your ability to judge distances accurately may be affected and you may be less aware of objects on the side that has lost vision. Making better use of your wing mirrors will help. You will also need to bear in mind that blind spots caused by your cars design will be larger for you if you only have vision in one eye.

For complete loss of vision in one eye (where there is no perception of light in the affected eye), the driver:

Any driver with monocular vision must notify the DVLA if they fail to meet these requirements. If you live in Northern Ireland you must contact the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA). Your ophthalmologist (hospital eye doctor) or optometrist will be able to advise you further about these requirements and let you know whether you need to notify the DVLA or DVA.

If you hold a Heavy Goods Vehicle or Public Service Vehicle licence, the rules and requirements are different, and you must let the DVLA or DVAknow about your monocular vision. You will probably need to complete a V1V form from the DVLA. In Northern Ireland, contact the DVA.

RNIB cannot give permission for you to carry on driving. If you have any doubt about whether you can meet the visual requirements for driving, your GP, optometrist or ophthalmologist will be able to advise you.

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Many people who have sight in only one eye consider themselves partially sighted. However, an eye consultant will not be able to certify you as Sight Impaired/Partially Sighted because you would not meet the criteria unless you also have a significant loss of sight in your other eye. This is because both eyes need to be affected by loss of vision in order to meet the criteria for certification. The criteria for certification and registration are set nationally by the Department of Health and applied at the discretion of a consultant ophthalmologist.

If you have some loss of sight in your other eye as well then it is worth discussing the possibility of registration with your ophthalmologist.

Its important for people who have good sight in only one eye to have regular eye examinations with an optometrist so that the health of the eye they rely on can be monitored. Your optometrist should let you know how often you need to have your eyes examined.

For people who have sight in only one eye, it may be a good idea to consider the use of protective eyewear or sports goggles for certain sports or activities, such as gardening or DIY, to prevent injury to the good eye. You can speak to a dispensing optician at your local optician practice for more advice about this. Dispensing opticians are qualified in the dispensing and fitting of eyewear and can give professional advice about suitable protective frames and lenses.

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What would you do for perfect eyesight? More than one-third of people would stay off the internet for a year, according to research.

A study of 2,001 Americans explored how they are preserving their eye health, and found that 36% would disconnect from all digital platforms and one in four would swim with sharks for 20/20 vision.

Though reality is much different scrolling through social media feeds, browsing the web and watching TV for extended periods of time has likely led to digital eye strain, blurry vision and other bodily discomforts for nearly all respondents (86%).

Conducted by OnePoll and commissioned by VSP Vision Care, the survey also found that 57% admitted to powering through eye pain and discomfort to continue whatever activity they were doing.

Many Americans are guilty of maxing out the brightness of their smartphone displays (51%), sitting too close to the TV or computer screen (48%) and watching their favorite show in the dark (44%).

As a result, Americans ignore digital eye strain an average of four times a week due to being too invested in the shows, games or work that populates their screens.

Four in five (79%) even have to force themselves to take screen breaks when the pain becomes intolerable.

The study illustrated how neglecting to preserve eye health has affected people's social life, as 47% have canceled plans due to eye discomfort, and more than half (54%) have taken the day off from work or school for the same reason.

The average person sees six cancellations per year because of digital eye strain, though three in 10 respondents who have nixed work or school (29%) said it occurs more frequently than that.

"Our lifestyles have changed since the pandemic resulting in more vision issues. Which is why taking care of your eyes by enrolling in a vision benefits plan and going to an eye doctor every year is more important than ever," said Kate Renwick-Espinosa, president of VSP Vision Care.

The act of appreciating our peepers goes further than just vision correction needs, as 65% said they rely on their eye doctor for things other than impacted eyesight.

In fact, nearly half (48%) said vision insurance is important when considering benefits after starting a new job, as seven in 10 of those with coverage selected it to have affordable access to preventative care, and 48% said they got it for their peace of mind.

Only about half of Americans visit their eye doctor at least once per year (48%); meanwhile, roughly one in eight (12%) said they've never been to the eye doctor before in their life.

Additionally, almost the same number of respondents (13%) said they currently don't wear glasses or contacts but need them due to their blurry vision.

"Don't overlook the importance of vision benefits this year. In addition to keeping your eyes healthy, a comprehensive eye exam can help detect serious health conditions, like diabetes. Open enrollment is a perfect time to check the box on vision care benefits for your eyes and overall health," adds Kate Renwick-Espinosa, president of VSP Vision Care.

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The team at Caribbean Vitreous and Retina Surgery Ltd (CVRS) and Trinidad Eye Hospital (TEH) have dedicated their lives to restoring sight and repairing vision loss for thousands, and preventing avoidable blindness.

Each year, TEH, with help from majority sponsor CVRS and the support of dedicated sponsors like Eye See You Ophthalmic and Medical Supplies Ltd, hosts two charity initiatives. At these events, The Gift of Sight and Sight Saver charities, a handful of patients from a very long waiting list, are able to get their much-needed eye surgery, free of charge.

Recognising the necessity to meet the needs of those who require these sight-saving surgeries but dont have the means, Dr Ronnie Bhola, CVRS Chief Surgeon and CEO, created the non-profit company Trinidad Eye Hospital. TEH makes free eye surgery a little more accessible in the private health sector, offering hope to vulnerable groups.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified cataracts as the cause for 48 per cent of world blindness. As a natural part of aging, almost all of us will develop cataracts (clouding/loss in transparency of the lens) in our eyes.

While cataracts can be surgically removed, in many countries, including Trinidad and Tobago, there are some barriers that prevent patients from accessing the required surgery.

The main issue is often lack of funding for corrective eye surgery. Sometimes, its a matter of an over-burdened public health care system. These factors have led to cataracts being one of the leading causes of avoidable blindness in the world.

The average cost of a cataract surgery is $TT12,000 and many are unable to afford the cost of this procedure.Cataract surgery is one of the most common and perfected surgeries in the world. This 12-15-minute surgery can be life changing, restoring eye-sight, and can even have implications for someones quality of life and even their independence.

As the majority sponsor of Trinidad Eye Hospital, CVRS has championed this cause most passionately and together with their generous sponsor network, over 200 free cataract surgeries have been donesince the launch of the Gift of Sight Program in 2016.

CVRS is urging the public healthcare sector to start conversations about how they can multiply this effort working together in more innovative and creative ways.

In 2019, TEH expanded its initiative and added vitrectomy surgery to the free program. This is a complex, much more expensive surgery that is needed by many persons who have diabetic retinopathy due to diabetes.

Trinidad Eye Hospital through its partnership with the Diabetes Association of Trinidad and Tobago (DATT) has helped to prevent vision loss due to diabetes through a free eye screening program, (DESP).

Massive outreach for screening is currently underway for the month of November which is Diabetes Awareness Month. If you are diabetic, call 607-3288 to find out more about free screening.

For the CVRS and TEH team, preserving eyesight is more than just a profession its a calling.

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Research shows that more walking can be beneficial for your eyesight. 2020Studythat focused mostly on macular degeneration (AMD), two groups of mice were observed for four weeks. One group had access and one didnt have. The researchers then used age-related vision loss simulations to determine that mice who exercised suffered nearly 45% less damage than those who didnt. The new study is exciting because it supports previous findings with laboratory evidence suggesting a link between exercise and prevention of AMD, J. Kevin McKinney,opthalmologist andAmerican Academy of Ophthalmology spokesperson, said.

According to the Glaucoma Research FoundationModerate exercise can be done on a regular basis to lower intraocular pressure. This can cause damage to the optic nerves and vision loss. A regular exercise routine can also safeguard against excess blood vessels, which occurs in macular degeneration, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy (via theAmerican Academy of Ophthalmology). This can not only help with current eye conditions but also increase blood flow to retina and optic nerve. Even your eyes will be grateful for the morning walk.

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New Delhi: The unprecedented event in the form of a Pandemic has pushed people to work from home. While what seemed like a good break from the traditional 9-5, work from home brought its own challenges. With the increased working hours due to the lack of clear boundary between personal and professional life, work from home did not prove to be a relief like it was supposed to.

According to the CMR study, the average screen time for Indians increased to 25 per cent. And 23 per cent complained about weaker eyesight due to extended work hours.

Ayurveda is the ancient Indian science that works on creating a balance and treating the body in a holistic manner.

Following are the key Ayurvedic herbs and practices shared by Ritika Krit, Founder, Kamree that one can incorporate in their daily lives to decrease eye strain caused by electronics.

Icing or Sheeta Satmya: Consistent use of electronics produces heat in the eyes and makes eyelids dull and tired. To counter the effects of overwork, soak cotton balls in cool milk or rose water and place it on your eyes for a few minutes. The exercise will give much-awaited relief to the eyes.

Palm Exercise: Palm exercise, known as palming, is an ancient Ayurvedic technique to massage eyes and provide relaxation. Rub your arms together for 10 seconds and place it on your shut eyes in a cupping gesture. Remember not to put pressure on your eyes. Do the techniques 2-3 times as you inhale and exhale slowly. The Ayurvedic exercise provides relief to your eyes and is also helpful for a goodnights sleep.

Mudras: Mudras are simple hand gestures that are always defined as a healing modality. Most Mudras for better eye vision can be done lying down while breathing normally. Different Mudras have different effects on the body, and when combined with a breathing exercise, they can bring back balance in the body while strengthening all desired parts and healing them holistically.

One of the most common Mudra is Prana Mudra. In order to practice Prana Mudra, keep your spine erect and body relaxed with open palms placed on your lap. Join the tip of your pinky finger to ring the finger to the tip of your thumb and breathe normally for 15 minutes. The Mudra will promote healthy vision and heal irritable eyes.

Fennel Rich in Vitamin A and C, fennel is good to strengthen your eye vision. You can either consume it in the form of tea or wash your eyes with fennel water as it cooling for the eyes.

Triphala Three fruits Haritaki, Amla, and Bibhitaki make Triphala which balances the energies in the body and is a good source of antioxidants and Vitamin C, which reverses the signs of inflammation and oxidative stress.

The Ginkgo Biloba Native to China, Ginkgo Biloba is most effective in treating degrading eye vision.

Calendula Also known as Pot Marigold, calendula is an anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antibacterial herb that helps in treating eye conditions such as redness, swelling, mild irritations,

Almonds The most common ingredient to Indian households, almonds are a good source of Vitamin E, which promotes the growth of healthy tissues and great vision.

Splash water 3-5 times a day to active facial nerves and arteries.

Take a break from electronics during meals.

Practice calmness as anger and frustration can increase the flow of blood, which dilates pupils and causes eye strain. You can also exercise pranayama to bring more peace to your daily life.

Avoid hot water for showers which can cause the imbalance of fire elements in the body. Instead, use lukewarm water whenever necessary.

Wear preventive eyeglasses when using electronics to avoid direct contact with blue light.

Avoid reading or using electronics in a dark room.

Avoid rubbing your eyes harshly.

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After years of touring up and down the country, Chris McCausland played gigs at The Comedy Store and landed himself a role as Rudi on CBeebies show Me Too! where his character is also blind. The father-of-one said: "The makers of the show wanted the character to be blind. "But we all shared the desire to have storylines that didnt revolve around the things a blind person cant do."

Instead, the creative team focused on "normal stories where the character just happens to be blind".

Speaking candidly about his blindness, Chris told Disability Horizons: "My eyesight has deteriorated steadily throughout my whole life, with most of it going during my late teens.

"I was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (RP) early on, but over the years its been presented under all sorts of new and original names.

"From the rather dull and generic-sounding macular degeneration to the cool and groovy inverse cone-rod dystrophy."

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The National Eye Institute warned that "early symptoms" of the condition include "decreased night vision" and loss of peripheral (i.e.) side vision.

As the condition progresses, people can expect to lose their sight.

The organisation explained that retinitis pigmentosa is a "group of rare, genetic disorders that involve a breakdown and loss of cells in the retina".

The retina is the light sensitive tissue that lines the back of the eyes.

Chris described his vision as "a load of blurry lights" so, at one point, he decided to gain assistance from a guide dog.

"It turns out that he wasnt very good," he said. "It was my first dog and so I didnt really have a frame of reference."

Chris quipped: "He used to take me wherever he wanted to go and didnt really listen to me. Maybe he was deaf, which would be ironic, I suppose."

He has, however, had better luck with assisted technology and access software, which he has been using for the "past 30 years".

"My wife is sighted, so that helps a lot," he admitted to Disability Horizons.

"I cant imagine how difficult being a mum must be if you are blind, or how difficult it must be if both parents are blind."

His daughter, Sophie, "really gets" that her father is blind, and is "very helpful".

"She will also sit through a film with audio description on, even though I know that it drives her a bit mad," Chris revealed.

Being a big hit with audiences, Chris has landed segments on a variety of comedy panel shows.

For instance, Chris has made appearances in Have I Got News For You, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and QI.

"Its such a laugh and so silly that I cant really believe I am being paid to have that much fun," he said.

Chris McCausland will now star on ITV's The Chase: Celebrity Special on Saturday, November 20 at 8.30pm.

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The Pittsburg Lions Club hosted its first annual Glasses from Classes: A Lions Club Challenge..

The eyeglasses recycling donation drive taught the importance of vision to fifth grade classes in USD 250 and gave the opportunity for those fifth graders to collect old, discarded eyeglasses and readers to be recycled through the Lions Club Recycling Program.

Fifth grade classes in Lakeside, George Nettles, and Westside chose to participate in the challenge and collectively raised over 280 pairs of glasses that will be recycled and distributed to those in need to improve their vision. Winning classes (taught by Ms. Burford from Lakeside and Ms. Penner from George Nettles) received an ice cream party.

The grand champion winning class (taught by Ms. Anderson from Westside) received a pizza and ice cream party. Party rewards were generously provided by sponsors of the campaign, Kannarr Eye Care, Heartland Vision Center, Paul Niegsch, O.D., and the Southeast Kansas Problem Gambling Task Force.

This campaign was a huge success for the eyeglasses recycling program and a great way to teach these fifth graders about the importance of taking care of your eyesight with proper vision screenings and exams, said Lori Horton, Pittsburg Lions Club President. With the generous support of our sponsors, we plan to make this an annual occurrence to bring the gift of improved vision to more of those in need and to educate and bring awareness to the community, Horton added.

A primary mission of the Lions Club is to prevent blindness and saving sight for millions of people around the world. Worthy programs and projects supported by the Lions Club include recycling eyeglasses, supporting Lions Eye Banks that provide eye tissue for sight-saving surgeries, screening the vision of hundreds of thousands of people every year, and providing treatment to those at risk of losing their vision.

Locally, the Pittsburg Lions Club collaborates with area doctors and provides scholarships to assist those in need of eye exams and glasses. Free visions assessment screenings are also available. Contact your Pittsburg Lions Club to request an application for someone in needpittsburglionsclub@gmail.comor 620-842-9326.

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Doctors are seeing an uptick in vision problems among children they believe is fueled by tech.

Its part of a general trend, where eyesight is feeling the strain of too much screen time.

The American Optometric Association finds the number of people with vision problems has almost doubled. And its starting young.

Its a common occurrence, said Dr. James Doyle, a pediatric ophthalmologist with Lee Health. We see it frequently and were seeing it a little bit more frequently these days.

Doyle said nearsightedness is becoming much more common.

Nearsightedness is actually myopia, Doyle said. Youre in focus to things up close. You see things at near.

Parents and teachers are often first to pick up on the condition, noticing a change in the childs habits.

Many children will hold things closer because they can see them well, Doyle said. But if its constant and theyre losing interest in things in the distance, that may be an indication that theres a progression of myopia.

Doyle said it doesnt necessarily mean they still need glasses, a shift in attention may help alleviate the condition.

Studies out of Europe looked at differences between people who spent more time outdoors, focusing at a greater distance.

The people who were outside had a tendency to not progressing in myopia, and those inside had a greater degree of myopia. And that supports the concept of being outside and seeing outdoor and light helps prevent a progression of myopia, Doyle said.

Its an important reminder to log off and tune in to the world outside of the screen.

Its also worth repeating the 20-20-20 rule for screen time.

For every 20 minutes looking at a device, look away for 20 second and put your gaze at least 20 feet away.

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KAWARTHA LAKES-68-year-old Tony Hodge spent 30 years driving back and forth from Lindsay to Toronto to work at the Campbells Soup Factory. Thats when his eyesight was good.

Now, Hodges glasses dont work as well as they used to and after the arm fell off he rigged up a straw to help keep them on. Hewas recently diagnosed with diabetes and says his doctor told him its important to have an eye exam to look for any sign of diabetic eye disease.

Diabetic eye disease is a group of eye problems that can affect people with diabetes. These conditions include diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, cataracts, and glaucoma.Over time, diabetes can cause damage to your eyes that can lead to poor vision or even blindness.

So he was shocked when the optometrist called on Monday to cancel his appointment.

I guess it really hit home when they called and said it was cancelled. With the diabetes, its kind of frightening not to know whats going on, to be able to check and see if its impacting my eyes, which I know it is. Hodge told Kawartha 411 News.

Hodge says he can no longer enjoy his bird feeder because he cant see it properly, he lets his wife do the driving now, he has to sit within a few feet of the television to be able to watch it and when he is looking at people he cannot see them clearly.

Im worried about my eyes, not being able to tell if they are getting worse and not being able to confirm that and to see if I need new lenses.We need to get people back to work as soon as possible.

In March 2021, the Ontario Optometrists Association (OAO) announced that optometrists would be withdrawing services for OHIP-insured patients effective September 1, 2021. OHIP currently covers standard eye exams for those age 19 and younger, age 65 and older, and for those with specific medical conditions.

The OAO says after more than 30 years of underfunding, the government now covers an average of 55 per cent of the cost of an OHIP-insured eye exam, leaving optometrists clinics to absorb the other 45 percent. With more than four million services delivered annually under OHIP and clinics under severe financial strain, the system is no longer sustainable according to the OAO.

Government neglect has jeopardized access to eye care for those who need it most, undervaluing the eye health of Ontarians, said Dr. Sheldon Salaba, President of the Ontario Association of Optometrists (OAO).Optometrists are being fair and reasonable: we ask only that government commit to cover at least the cost of service delivery, and were giving them lots of notice to avoid any impact on patients.

Unlike other health care providers under OHIP, optometrists say they have never been given a formal negotiation process with the government. Despite multiple direct requests to the Minister of Health to address this chronic underfunding, the budget again ignored the dire warnings from eye care stakeholders of the impending crisis.

Vision is our most important sense, and our political leaders must help us protect it, said Dr. Salaba. After almost three years in office, its time for action from Premier Ford and Minister Elliott. They must ensure Ontarians continue to receive the quality eye care they depend on and deserve.

The Ontario government says it has tried to resolve the issues with the OAO

Our government has made every effort possible to lay the foundation for a long-term relationship with the Ontario Association of Optometrists, said Deputy Minister of Health Christine Elliott in September. This includes engaging a third-party mediator to assist us in reaching an agreement and offering a one-time lump sum payment as well as an immediate OHIP fee increase. This represents a significant and sustainable increase in todays highly-constrained fiscal environment.

In 1989 the Ontario government paid $39.15 for an eye exam. In 2021, 43 years later they pay an average of $44.65 Meanwhile in Alberta the government pays $137 per eye exam.The government has offered Ontario optometrists an 8.48% increase. For a seniors eye exam that would provide them with $51.00 but the OAO says still well under the next lowest-paid province of Manitoba.

Hodge says he has his own private insurance which would foot the bill but was told that isnt allowed.Provincial law prevents anyone from paying for any OHIP-insured service, even if you have alternate insurance or wish to pay independently for insurance.

As far as we know there are no negotiations taking place currently and none planned for the future.

I think they should get together have a meeting and get something set up for the seniors at least find a way around this for now, it just cant go on like this. says Hodge.

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