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February Focus: Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Low Vision Awareness Month
Introduction: Why February Matters for Vision Health The month of February plays a critical role in vision education and advocacy as it is nationally recognized as Low Vision Awareness Month and Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month. This observance shines a spotlight on one of the leading causes of vision loss among older adults while emphasizing the importance of early detection, education, and support for those living with low vision. Age-Related Macular D
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January Vision Awareness: Why Braille Literacy Month Matters More Than Ever
January is a powerful and meaningful month for the vision community. It brings together two critically important observances—Glaucoma Awareness Month and Braille Literacy Month—both of which focus on protecting vision health, preventing avoidable vision loss, and empowering individuals who are blind or visually impaired. At the Conklin Davis Center for the Visually Impaired (CDCVI) , January is a time to educate, advocate, and celebrate tools and knowledge that create indepen
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Dec 22, 20255 min read


December: Give the Gift of Sight Month
Celebrating Vision, Compassion, and the Power to Prevent Blindness The Meaning Behind Sight Month Every December, as the year draws to a close and the spirit of giving fills the air, we are reminded of one of life’s greatest blessings — the gift of sight. That’s why December is recognized as Give the Gift of Sight Month, a national observance dedicated to raising awareness about vision health, promoting eye safety, and supporting programs that help prevent blindness. At the C
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Nov 23, 20255 min read
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