Aug 11, 2025
Low vision doesn’t mean the end of your driving independence. This blog explores how bioptic telescopic glasses and other tools help people with vision loss...
Aug 10, 2025
For individuals living with low vision, questions about driving often come with uncertainty. While vision loss can impact the ability to drive safely, some people...
Jul 24, 2025
July brings long, sunny days—but for individuals living with Stargardt disease, this time of year can also mean more discomfort and difficulty seeing clearly in...
Jul 21, 2025
Low vision is significant vision loss that persists despite glasses or surgery, often caused by eye diseases like macular degeneration or glaucoma. This blog explains...
Jul 10, 2025
Our low vision doctor helps patients enjoy videos and screen time again with personalized devices and strategies to enhance remaining vision....
Jun 24, 2025
In honor of Albinism Awareness Month, this blog highlights how individuals with albinism can benefit from low vision strategies tailored to their unique needs.
Jun 20, 2025
Childhood low vision refers to significant visual impairment that can’t be corrected with regular glasses or contact lenses. Causes range from inherited conditions like Stargardt...
Jun 10, 2025
A timely exploration of AI-powered robotic guide dogs, including RoboGuide, and how they could offer innovative solutions for mobility and independence.
May 26, 2025
Low vision magnifiers help people with vision loss read, drive, recognize faces, and do daily tasks. They come in various forms, from handheld devices to...
May 24, 2025
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this piece addresses the emotional toll of macular degeneration and how patients can seek support.
May 10, 2025
This article helps patients plan for summer with tips on travel preparation, sun protection strategies, and ways to stay active while managing vision loss.
Apr 08, 2025
Is AMD in your genes? Learn about the hereditary risks and causes of macular degeneration. Low Vision Of Nebraska in McCook offers early detection and...
Mar 24, 2025
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has played a crucial role in ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, including those with low vision....
Mar 20, 2025
Misinformation about eye care can put vision at risk. On World Optometry Day, Low Vision Of Nebraska in McCook is here to clear up five...
Mar 10, 2025
Color plays a vital role in how we interact with our surroundings. yet, for individuals with low vision, certain eye conditions can affect how they...
Feb 24, 2025
Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that can lead to low vision, making everyday tasks more challenging.
Feb 10, 2025
Glaucoma develops silently but can lead to permanent vision loss. Learn how routine eye exams at Low Vision Of Nebraska can help protect your sight.
Feb 02, 2025
Low vision doesn’t mean giving up on the life you love—it means finding new ways to engage with the world. This February, during Low Vision...
Jan 27, 2025
Juvenile macular degeneration affects the central vision in children, leading to challenges in reading, recognizing faces, and other daily activities. Learn how early detection and...
Jan 24, 2025
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss, and one of its advanced forms, geographic atrophy (GA), can significantly impact daily life....
Jan 10, 2025
A diagnosis of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you love. With the...
Dec 24, 2024
As the year draws to a close, it’s a meaningful time to reflect on the mission, achievements, and values that guide the work of our...
Dec 11, 2024
Macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults over 50, impairs central vision and can severely impact quality of life. Learn how to reduce...
Dec 10, 2024
Living with low vision creates challenges that extend beyond vision itself. Everyday interactions—such as recognizing faces, following group conversations, or maintaining eye contact—can become frustrating...
Nov 29, 2024
If you have a family history of diabetes, regular eye exams are crucial for protecting your vision and overall health. These exams can detect early...
Nov 24, 2024
Living with low vision doesn’t mean giving up on the activities that bring joy, connection, and relaxation. With the help of low vision glasses or...
Nov 10, 2024
As we age, changes in our vision are common, but for individuals with dementia, vision loss can be even more pronounced. Many patients with dementia...
Oct 30, 2024
Low vision in children is often misunderstood, leading to myths that can prevent effective support. Discover the truth behind common misconceptions and how you can...
Oct 24, 2024
As the days grow shorter and nighttime sets in earlier, driving can become more challenging, especially for those experiencing vision loss. Glare from headlights, streetlights,...
Oct 10, 2024
Understanding Vision Loss from Eye Diseases Eye diseases like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma can lead to significant vision loss. Many people have trouble...
Sep 24, 2024
As proud members of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our eye care team believes that there’s life after vision loss. That’s why...
Sep 10, 2024
Living with low vision can be a challenging journey, but there is hope. Research has shown that individualized low vision therapy, including the use of...
Aug 24, 2024
Did you know lighting in the home is critical for even daily tasks? It's even more so for those with vision loss. Recent findings reveal...
Aug 13, 2024
Swimming isn't just a recreational activity; it's a therapeutic experience that offers numerous advantages for individuals with low vision. In this article, we discuss how...
Jul 24, 2024
Maintaining independence and quality of life is key for individuals with low vision. As members of The International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our...
Jul 10, 2024
Vision loss can be challenging, but it's important to remember that even if you have low vision, protecting your eyes and the skin around them...
Jan 22, 2024
Fortunately, with early detection and treatment, glaucoma can be controlled. Even if you show no signs of glaucoma, there are ways to prevent it from...
Nov 20, 2023
If diabetes runs in your family, or if you’ve been diagnosed with the condition yourself, you should be seeing your optometrist regularly for checkups. Both...
Oct 21, 2023
Macular degeneration occurs when the macula — the central portion of the retina — begins to wear down, causing central vision loss. People who suffer...
Sep 13, 2023
Low vision affects thousands of people across Nebraska, from rural towns like McCook to cities like Lincoln and Omaha. Many patients with conditions like macular...
Jul 22, 2023
Discover the requirements for driving with macular degeneration in Nebraska and learn how Low Vision Nebraska can help you fulfill them, ensuring you can continue...
Feb 28, 2023
Studies have shown that having macular degeneration, a form of low vision, can increase the risk of depression....
Jan 09, 2023
Cutting-edge apps, coupled with low vision aids and devices, can help people with low vision live full, independent lives.
Dec 26, 2022
Here are 5 of the most popular low vision aids that patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) use to maintain their independence and live a...
Dec 08, 2022
Ocular albinism affects a person’s eyes and vision in several ways. Thankfully, the low vision aids we offer at Low Vision Of Nebraska can help...
Nov 30, 2022
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that impairs central vision. Here we’ll discuss the most common low vision glasses for AMD and...
Oct 31, 2022
If you love to cook but have low vision, working in the kitchen safely and independently can be challenging. At Low Vision Of Nebraska in...
Sep 30, 2022
If you or your loved one is struggling with low vision, please don't lose hope. Low vision technology helps people with severe vision loss maximize...
Aug 24, 2022
If you've been diagnosed with macular degeneration, glaucoma, or other sight-robbing eye diseases, don't lose hope. Low vision aids such as magnifiers, special glasses and...
Jul 24, 2022
A recent scientific study suggests that it may be possible to slow down or even reverse the aging process. Read on to learn how this...
Jun 21, 2022
Sunglasses are important for everyone, and especially for people with low vision. Here are several things to consider when purchasing a new pair of sunglasses.