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Additional Web Resources
 Vision
Aging and Your Eyes
This site provides information on eye conditions and diseases that affect seniors. Provides
a list of eye related resources. Sponsored by the National Institute on Aging.
Glaucoma
This online booklet from the National Eye Institute addresses frequently asked
questions about Glaucoma.
Cataract Information
This well-organized primer from the National Eye Institute address the most
frequently asked questions about cataracts.
Finding An Eye Care Professional
A fact sheet from the National Eye Institute on how to select an Eye Care
Professional.
The Cornea and Corneal Disease
This site describes the cornea and problems that may affect the cornea.
Sponsored by the National Eye Institute.
Don't Lose Sight of Diabetic Eye Disease
Information about diabetic eye disease from the National Eye Institute and the
National Institutes of Health.
Don't Lose Sight of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
AMD is a common eye disease associated with aging that AMD
gradually destroys sharp, central vision. Information from the
National Eye Institute is presented that addresses the most
frequently asked questions about this condition.
National
Association for Visually Handicapped
A news and resource site for the visually impaired. Includes visual-aid catalog
that can be used online or downloaded. NAVH is recognized by the American
Medical Association.
Aging
and the Eye
Taken from the Merck Manual of Geriatrics, this information
helps users understand some of the most common eye conditions
affecting older adults. Explores how the eye changes with age
and describes various eye conditions and diseases. © Merck
& Co., Inc.
Hearing
Hearing
Loss and Older Adults
One-third of Americans between age 65 and 74 and one-half of those age 85 and older
have hearing problems. This site provides information about the causes of hearing
loss, how to diagnose and where to turn for help. Developed by the National
Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.
Hearing
Loss
Taken from the Merck Manual of Geriatrics. © Merck
& Co., Inc.
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