diabetic retinopathy

“I have always thought it would be a blessing if each person could be blind and deaf for a few days during his early adult life. Darkness would make him appreciate sight; silence would teach him the joys of sound.” - Helen Keller Diabetic Retinopathy Retinopathy means damage to the retina. In diabetic retinopathy, the damage is caused by leakage of tiny blood vessels. This is of particular interest to me as my family has a history of diabetes. This very informative video discusses diabetes and diabetic retinopathy as well as treatments and prevention. The next video discusses an AT device that can assist people with diabetic retinopathy when they are looking at a computer screen.iZoom is an onscreen magnifier / reader that boasts being able to magnify text without losing quality of the text. They also boasts being able to magnify websites without having to scroll horizontally. The great thing about iZoom is that you can get the portable iZoom USB, which does not require you to download software to each computer. This is perfect for anyone using public computers. iZoom standard is $299, iZoom USB is $399. They also offer a monthly subscription for those who cannot afford or do not want to purchase the software. Currently they have an introductory price of $19.99 for the service. The downside for my Mac user friends - iZoom is not compatable with Mac. A Jordy Headworn Magnifier is an assistive device that can help people. See the article in the attached link. http://www.allbusiness.com/medicine-health/diseases-disorders-endocrine/5618125-1.html Also attached is a heartwarming story of a little girl who saw her mother for the first time. Although she doesn't have diabetic retinopathy, she is seeing for the first time through the use of a Jordy Headworn Magnifier.