Tag Archives: Impairment

The prevalence of HIV-related cognitive impairment is massively overestimated, experts say

The way researchers assess and identify HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders is not fit for purpose, a viewpoint article in Clinical Infectious Diseases suggests. Studies typically find that around half of people with HIV meet the criteria for a disorder, which does not fit with the modern clinical experience that relatively few people living with HIV have… Read More: The prevalence of HIV-related cognitive impairment is massively overestimated, experts… »

Vision impairment is associated with mortality

The global population is aging, and so are their eyes. In fact, the number of people with vision impairment and blindness is expected to more than double over the next 30 years. A meta-analysis in The Lancet Global Health, consisting of 48,000 people from 17 studies, found that those with more severe vision impairment had… Read More: Vision impairment is associated with mortality »

What is dual sensory impairment?

Age has its benefits—such as retirement and senior citizen discounts—but it also comes with its share of challenges. As we age, it’s not uncommon to see changes in our health—especially in our vision and hearing. In fact, various studies indicate that anywhere from 10 to 20 percent of those over the age of 70 have… Read More: What is dual sensory impairment? »

Vitamin Supplements for Macular Degeneration Prevent Visual Impairment

Free Website Content » Health » Health Supplements Articles Macular degeneration affects central vision, and some sufferers can no longer read books, write out checks, find phone numbers in a directory, watch television, or see the facial expressions of their loved ones. Simple tasks become impossible and frustration is common. Patients may feel alone because… Read More: Vitamin Supplements for Macular Degeneration Prevent Visual Impairment »