If you’re someone who gets motion sickness, you know what it feels like — dizziness, headache, nausea and just not feeling well. Motion sickness affects up to 67% of passengers, and it is caused by a conflict between visual perception and balance perception, particularly in the inner ears. It can become debilitating, whether on a […]
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Light Up Your Life with NEBO
The NEBO EYE Light LED spotlight could be the solution to bad lighting you’ve been looking for. Gone are the days of relying on those octopus lamps as your only light source. The NEBO EYE illuminates any area you’d like, from at-home desks to bathrooms — and this portable spotlight can go anywhere you need. […]
Danny Wayne Beemer: A Local Leader On and Off the Air
Many Hoosiers know Danny Wayne Beemer as the velvety voice behind many Terre Haute-based radio programs since the 1990s. What they may not know is the fact that he has been hosting these shows for more than 25 years while having significant vision loss. Beemer not only stands as a role model with his impressive […]
Merlin Elite Pro CCTV and OCR
Enhanced Vision offers a wide variety of products for individuals with visual impairments. One of their newer products is the Merlin Elite Pro, which is a 2-in-1 “high performance desktop magnifier.” The Merlin Elite Pro offers two functions within the one magnifier: it features both video magnifier (or CCTV) and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) capabilities. […]
Communication Made Easy with Panasonic’s Cordless Phone
Staying in touch with family, friends and caregivers is crucial for people with disabilities, especially in the cold grips of winter. The Panasonic DECT 6.0 cordless phone makes communication easier in a variety of ways. Sight and Sound This phone is particularly helpful for low-vision users. It features a high-contrast, backlit keypad, large buttons, a […]
Aging in Place, Communication, Independent Living, Medical Equipment, Personal Care, Products and Devices, Visual
Take Your Health Seriously with the Talking Blood Pressure Meter
Anyone with high blood pressure knows how important it is to stay on top of monitoring your numbers. That’s especially true when you’re not inside a doctor’s office. From pregnant women to those over the age of 64 to people who want to be healthier, this can be a life-saving device. If twice-a-day readings are […]