blindness

Israel's Ein Gedi nature reserve denies entry to blind man's guide dog

A 53-year-old blind man says he was denied entry to Ein Gedi because of his guide dog. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority says "The ibexes are scared of dogs."

By WALLA! TOURISM
26/06/2023

Films by blind directors to be screened at Tel Aviv Cinematheque

The documentary workshop is an initiative of the Library for the Blind. Eight people of all ages participated in the project, which included eight meetings and a workshop.

Myopia in youth can lead to glaucoma, vision loss, retinal detachment, cataracts - Israeli study

Not being exposed to daylight following long hours of study causes short-sightedness, leading to a trend in haredi boys.

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Virginia scientists uncover new method to prevent loss of eyesight - study

The study identified a protein connected to the growth of vascular endothelial growth factor-A, which can cause vision loss.

Obesity can cause macular degeneration, blindness in the elderly

A new Canadian study finds new consequences of obesity in the elderly including blindness

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