Illinois Society for the Prevention of Blindness

site URL - http://eyehealthillinois.org/

Site description: Provides public resources for safety and care of eyes, along with eye disease. Includes "The Visionary", a publication that explores research projects, issues and news of interest.




Topic: Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations

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Previous 10National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments (NAPVI)http://www.spedex.com/napvi/ National Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments (NAPVI)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations A national organization that enables parents to find information and resources for their children who are blind or visually impaired, including those with additional disabilities.
PreviousNew Hampshire Association for the Blindhttp://www.sightcenter.com/ New Hampshire Association for the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Provides rehabilitation services for blind and visually impaired citizens.
Random 1Wig on the Webhttp://www.angelfire.com/ky3/hedwig/ Wig on the WebTop/Arts/Performing_Arts/Theatre/Musicals/H/Hedwig_and_the_Angry_Inch Fan site for the musical, including includes cast information and photos for the London production.
Random 2Fragrant Distractionshttp://www.dxmarket.com/fragrants/ Fragrant DistractionsTop/Shopping/Health/Beauty/Bath_and_Body Bath and body products for the whole family, plus fun stuff for kids and scented candles. Bronnley line of bath and body
Random 3Tranquil Sudshttp://www.tranquilsuds.com Tranquil SudsTop/Shopping/Health/Beauty/Bath_and_Body Offers a line of soaps, lotions, bath salts, sugar scrubs, and bath bombs.
Random 4Methodist Health Care Systemhttp://www.methodisthealth.com/health/allergy/rhinitis.htm Methodist Health Care SystemTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Respiratory_Disorders/Rhinitis Description of rhinitis and further discussion about the different types, diagnosis and treatment.
Random 5YaZahttp://yaza.org YaZaTop/Shopping/Health/Beauty/Hair_Care Natural and animal-friendly, biodegradable, organic hair care products. Offers shampoos, conditioners, and styling aids.
NextEIES of New Jerseyhttp://www.eiesofnj.org EIES of New JerseyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Describes how visually impaired persons can use a radio or telephone to listen to newspapers and magazines.
Next 10The American Center for the Advancement of the Blind, Inc.http://www.centerfortheblind.org The American Center for the Advancement of the Blind, Inc.Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations A non-profit organization assisting people who are blind achieve a self-reliant, self-directed and independent lifestyle. We use The Picciano Method�, a unique vision loss program for children and adults.
Random 1Turks Head Jugglers-West Chester, Pennsylvaniahttp://www.turksheadjugglers.com/ Turks Head Jugglers-West Chester, PennsylvaniaTop/Arts/Performing_Arts/Circus/Juggling/Organizations/Clubs A fun group with a beautiful outdoor site during the summer, and a great little gym during rough weather. Please stop by.
Random 4Menopause Diethttp://menopausediet.com/ Menopause DietTop/Shopping/Publications/Books/Health/Women's_Health by L.Gillespie
Random 4The Soap Operahttp://www.thesoapopera.com The Soap OperaTop/Shopping/Health/Beauty/Bath_and_Body Supplier of body care, skin care, hair care products, aromatherapy oils, soaps and custom scented products.
Next 70Macular Degeneration Information and Treatmentshttp://www.eyemdlink.com/Condition.asp?ConditionID=55 Macular Degeneration Information and TreatmentsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Retina/Macular_Degeneration Treatments, tests, photographs and preventive advice.
Previous 70VICUG-Lhttp://maelstrom.stjohns.edu/archives/vicug-l.html VICUG-LTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness A visually impaired computer users' group list. Search the archives and join from this site.
Next 170Information about Color Visionhttp://hometown.aol.com/lauricastl/CVD-Links.html Information about Color VisionTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Color_Blindness About C. V. Deficiency: J. Lauri's page about condition. includes bibliography.
Previous 170Cowdens Syndrome Support Grouphttp://groups.msn.com/cowdenssyndrome Cowdens Syndrome Support GroupTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cowden_Syndrome Offers information and message boards for families and patients affected by the disease.
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Previous 270Soto's Syndromehttp://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/sotos.htm Soto's SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Soto's_Syndrome Also known as cerebral gigantism, an information sheet compiled by NINDS.
Other resource N0 MCW Healthlinkhttp://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/921991711.html MCW HealthlinkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Zellweger_Syndrome An article about Zellweger syndrome, explaining what it is, the symptoms and prognosis.
Other resource N1 NORD: Weaver Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Weaver%20Syndrome NORD: Weaver SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Weaver_Syndrome Offers alternate names, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N2 NORD: Waardenburg Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Waardenburg%20Syndrome NORD: Waardenburg SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Waardenburg_Syndrome A general discussion about this disorder, followed by further resources.
Other resource N3 National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasiahttp://www.nfed.org/ National Foundation for Ectodermal DysplasiaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Ectodermal_Dysplasia ED organization based in North America offering information/advice to individuals and supporting scientific research. Includes a newsletter, publications, FAQs and a list of services.
Other resource N4 NORD: Ectodermal Dysplasiashttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Ectodermal%20Dysplasias NORD: Ectodermal DysplasiasTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Ectodermal_Dysplasia Offers synonyms, a general discussion and resources.
Other resource N5 VhiHealth-ehttp://www2.vhi.ie/topic/topic100587360 VhiHealth-eTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Pseudoxanthoma_Elasticum A definition of Pseudoxanthoma elasticum followed by a description, causes and symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, prognosis and prevention.
Other resource N6 Machado-Joseph Disease Fact Sheethttp://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/pubs/machado-joseph.htm Machado-Joseph Disease Fact SheetTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Machado-Joseph Developed by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS).
Other resource N7 Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man: Costello Syndromehttp://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/htbin-post/Omim/dispmim?218040 Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man: Costello SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Costello_Syndrome References, gene map, and clinical synopsis.
Other resource N8 Yahoo! Groupshttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/dubowitz_syndrome/ Yahoo! GroupsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Dubowitz_Syndrome An email support group for those interested in Dubowitz syndrome. Join, post and read mail.
Other resource N9 Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome (VCFS)http://www.upstate.edu/ent/velo.shtml Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome (VCFS)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Velo-Cardio-Facial_Syndrome Overview of VCFS describing condition, causes and red flags. Provides contacts for more information and treatment. By the Center for the Diagnosis, Treatment and Study of Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome, SUNY Upstate Medical University (USA).
Other resource N10 MaxAppealhttp://www.maxappeal.org.uk MaxAppealTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Velo-Cardio-Facial_Syndrome A British charity that supports children, families and the medical community concerning DiGeorge syndrome, also known as velo-cardial facial syndrome (VCFS) and 22q11 syndrome. Find events, news, info sheets, and a newsletter.
Other resource N11 Canadian Opitz Family Networkhttp://www.apollos.net/arena/opitz/definition.html Canadian Opitz Family NetworkTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Opitz_Syndrome A description of Opitz G/BBB Syndrome.
Other resource N12 Family Villagehttp://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_optz.htm Family VillageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Opitz_Syndrome Opitz G Syndrome information and contact links.
Other resource N13 TAR Syndromehttp://personal.nbnet.nb.ca/seepat/ TAR SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Thrombocytopenia_Absent_Radius_Syndrome A personal page about this disorder including links to information.
Other resource N14 The Sturge-Weber Foundationhttp://www.Sturge-Weber.com The Sturge-Weber FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Sturge-Weber_Syndrome A support site for individuals and professionals dealing with Sturge-Weber syndrome, port-wine stains and Klippel Trenaunay. The Foundation acts as clearing house for information and a focus for research.
Other resource N15 Sturge-Weber Syndrome Centerhttp://www.neuro.jhmi.edu/HopkinsSWSCenter/index.htm Sturge-Weber Syndrome CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Sturge-Weber_Syndrome Clinical center dedicated to the treatment and study of SWS at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Find disease information, diagnosing, and treatment as well as details about the facility.
Other resource N16 Robinow Syndrome Foundationhttp://www.robinow.org/ Robinow Syndrome FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Robinow_Syndrome Details about the organization as well as the disease. Includes general information, a survey, newsletter and photos.
Other resource N17 NORD: Robinow Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Robinow%20Syndrome NORD: Robinow SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Robinow_Syndrome Offers a general discussion, the synonyms and further resources.
Other resource N18 NINDS: Schizencephalyhttp://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/schizencephaly.htm NINDS: SchizencephalyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Schizencephaly Information sheet compiled the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
Other resource N19 Smith Lemli Opitz Syndromehttp://members.aol.com/slo97/ Smith Lemli Opitz SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Smith_Lemli_Opitz_Syndrome Advocacy and exchange. Includes a detailed description, diagnosis, the natural history, biochemistry, genetics, treatment and contact details.
Other resource N20 The CaF Directoryhttp://www.cafamily.org.uk/Direct/s33.html The CaF DirectoryTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Smith-Magenis_Syndrome A definition of Smith-Magenis syndrome, its inheritance pattern, pre-natal diagnosis and a support group in the United Kingdom.
Other resource N21 The CaF Directoryhttp://www.cafamily.org.uk/Direct/s24.html The CaF DirectoryTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Shwachman_Syndrome A definition of Shwachman syndrome, its inheritance pattern, pre-natal diagnosing and a support group in the United Kingdom.
Other resource N22 Shwachman-Diamond Americahttp://shwachmandiamondamerica.org Shwachman-Diamond AmericaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Shwachman_Syndrome Profiles SDA, a nonprofit that educates doctors and families about shwachman-diamond syndrome and also supports research.
Other resource N23 Katie's Journeyhttp://www.katiesjourney.50megs.com Katie's JourneyTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Shwachman_Syndrome Katie has Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome and needs a bone barrow transplant. Find disease information and links to support organizations.
Other resource N24 NORD: Proteus Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Proteus%20Syndrome NORD: Proteus SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Proteus_Syndrome Offers synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N25 NORD: Popliteal Pterygium Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Popliteal%20Pterygium%20Syndrome%20 NORD: Popliteal Pterygium SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Popliteal_Pterygium_Syndrome Offers synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N26 National Library of Medicinehttp://www.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/jablonski/syndromes/syndrome521.html National Library of MedicineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Pallister-Hall_Syndrome Pallister-Hall syndrome, its synonyms, a summary and a list of major features.
Other resource N27 NORD: Pallister Hall Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Pallister%20Hall%20Syndrome NORD: Pallister Hall SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Pallister-Hall_Syndrome Offers the synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N28 The CaF Directoryhttp://www.cafamily.org.uk/Direct/n33.html The CaF DirectoryTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Noonan_Syndrome A description of Noonan syndrome, its inheritance patterns and pre-natal diagnosing.
Other resource N29 NORD - Noonan Syndromehttp://www.rarediseases.org/search/rdbdetail_abstract.html?disname=Noonan%20Syndrome NORD - Noonan SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Noonan_Syndrome Offers the synonyms, a general discussion and further resources.
Other resource N30 Emergency Medicinehttp://emedicine.com/DERM/topic86.htm Emergency MedicineTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Cowden_Syndrome A introduction of Cowden disease followed by an in depth report, including treatment, medication and follow up.
Other resource N31 Lysosomal Diseases New Zealandhttp://www.ldnz.org.nz Lysosomal Diseases New ZealandTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Organizations Information, support and advocacy for families affected by Lysosomal Storage Diseases, a group of rare genetic diseases.
Other resource N32 Genetic Information and Patient Services, Inc (GAPS)http://www.icomm.ca/geneinfo Genetic Information and Patient Services, Inc (GAPS)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Organizations Links to online definitions, information sites, and support groups for genetic disorders and birth defects.
Other resource N33 American Society of Genetic Disordershttp://www.ashg.org/genetics/ashg/ashgmenu.htm American Society of Genetic DisordersTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Organizations Informs health professionals, legislators, health policy makers, and the general public about all aspects of human genetics.
Other resource N34 Ben's Dreamhttp://www.bensdream.org Ben's DreamTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Sanfilippo_Syndrome Information about a foundation dedicated to increasing awareness of Sanfilippo Syndrome and raising funds to support research aimed at finding a cure. Includes a newsletter.
Other resource N35 Bennett Children's Foundationhttp://www.helpachild.net Bennett Children's FoundationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Sanfilippo_Syndrome Founded by parents of three young children who suffer from Sanfilippo Syndrome, a degenerative genetic disorder that is usually fatal before the teens. Raising awareness of the condition and enlisting financial support.
Other resource N36 Dr. Greene: Breastfeeding with a Metabolic Disorder and Propionic Acidemiahttp://www.drgreene.com/21_692.html Dr. Greene: Breastfeeding with a Metabolic Disorder and Propionic AcidemiaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Genetic_Disorders/Propionic_Acidemia Breastfeeding a child with propionic acidemia is discussed in this question and answer format.
Other resource N37 PHPV Support Group's Quarterly Newsletterhttp://www.geocities.com/phpv_2000/ PHPV Support Group's Quarterly NewsletterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Offering support to those dealing with persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous.
Other resource N38 LostEye.comhttp://www.losteye.com/ LostEye.comTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Support, advice, and tips for those who have lost an eye or about to loose an eye through a medical procedure.
Other resource N39 A Focus on Eye Disordershttp://www.focusoneyesight.com/ A Focus on Eye DisordersTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Medical information, treatment, and symptoms. Includes cataracts, color blindness, and eye allergy.
Other resource N40 Eye Disease Simulatorhttp://www.visionsimulator.com/ Eye Disease SimulatorTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Provides a view of what various eye diseases, look like through the eyes of the afflicted.
Other resource N41 St. Lukes Eye Diseases and Disordershttp://www.stlukeseye.com/Conditions/ St. Lukes Eye Diseases and DisordersTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders A graphic, descriptive encyclopedia of eye conditions and their available treatments.
Other resource N42 For Your Eyeshttp://www.caridon.com/ For Your EyesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Provides information, symptoms, causes and treatment ideas for eye diseases and disorders.
Other resource N43 Krukenberg's Spindle and Pigment Dispersion Syndromehttp://www.krukenbergs-spindle.co.uk Krukenberg's Spindle and Pigment Dispersion SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Specific information about diagnosis and treatment of these disorders.
Other resource N44 Aniseikoniahttp://www.opticaldiagnostics.com/products/ai/aniseikonia.html AniseikoniaTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Definition, patients at risk, symptoms, clinical significant values, how to test, and how to correct.
Other resource N45 Eye 4 Irlenhttp://freewebs.com/irlen Eye 4 IrlenTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders Find out more about Irlen Syndrome; causes, diagnosis, treatment and help available.
Other resource N46 eMedicine - Ptosishttp://www.emedicine.com/oph/topic345.htm eMedicine - PtosisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Eyelids Causes, diagnosis, investigations and management of the condition.
Other resource N47 Chalazionhttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/14341-1.asp ChalazionTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Eyelids eMedicine Health resource center provides information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Lump in Eyelid.
Other resource N48 Optic Nerve Disordershttp://www.lkc.com/opticnrv.html Optic Nerve DisordersTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Optic_Nerve/Optic_Neuritis Use of the VER pattern test to diagnose optic neuritis.
Other resource N49 Optic Neuritishttp://www.mult-sclerosis.org/opticneuritis.html Optic NeuritisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Optic_Nerve/Optic_Neuritis Provides general information and details of the main symptoms. Contains a visual interpretation of how the condition might affect one's vision.
Other resource N50 City Visual Systemshttp://www.computer-vision-testing.com City Visual SystemsTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Computer_Vision_Syndrome The CITY University Vision Screener for DSE Users looks at visual and related problems and provides various reports and advice that relate to the computer user.
Other resource N51 Eye Floaters Information Centrehttp://www.eyefic.com Eye Floaters Information CentreTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Floaters Provides articles, simulations and information..
Other resource N52 Royal National Institute for the Blind - Low Vision Sitehttp://www.rnib.org.uk/lowvision Royal National Institute for the Blind - Low Vision SiteTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Information including a database of services in the UK, various information leaflets, who's who in low vision, discussion forums, manufacturers links and the RNIB catalogue.
Other resource N53 The Low Vision Gatewayhttp://www.lowvision.org/ The Low Vision GatewayTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Support site which provides access to related information on the Internet.
Other resource N54 Low Vision Councilhttp://www.lowvisioncouncil.org/ Low Vision CouncilTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Information and support for sufferers. Also provides facts about vision problems in the US today.
Other resource N55 Angeles Vision Clinic - Low Vision Rehabilationhttp://www.avclinic.com/LowVision.htm Angeles Vision Clinic - Low Vision RehabilationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Explanation of the causes, examination, treatment,and management.
Other resource N56 CPS Communityhttp://65.18.208.35/forum/ CPS CommunityTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Forum for discussion of vision related issues.
Other resource N57 IBM Accessibility Centerhttp://www.ibm.com/able IBM Accessibility CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Brings together product and service information for people with disabilities (including low vision), and for those who seek knowledge about solutions or empowering persons with disabilities to ensure a productive working environment.
Other resource N58 Low Vision informationhttp://www.suncoastretina.com/EyeConditions/LowVision.htm Low Vision informationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Low_Vision Facts and help information.
Other resource N59 RXinsider - Pink Eyehttp://rxinsider.com/monographs/pink_eye.htm RXinsider - Pink EyeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Conjunctivitis A general fact sheet of information about the condition.
Other resource N60 Angeles Vision Clinic - Conjunctivitishttp://www.avclinic.com/conjuntivitis.htm Angeles Vision Clinic - ConjunctivitisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Conjunctivitis Information on treatment and the risks associated with it.
Other resource N61 eMedicine - Allergic Conjunctivitishttp://www.emedicine.com/oph/topic85.htm eMedicine - Allergic ConjunctivitisTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Conjunctivitis Causes, symptoms, and treatments for seasonal and perennial allergic conjunctivitis. Includes a review of common household and outdoor eye allergy triggers and medications.
Other resource N62 eMedicine Health - Pinkeyehttp://www.emedicinehealth.com/articles/14613-1.asp eMedicine Health - PinkeyeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Conjunctivitis Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this, an inflammation of the conjunctiva.
Other resource N63 Savon Condition Centerhttp://www.savonblindness.com Savon Condition CenterTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness A comprehensive information site including medical references and tools. [Only available in Internet Explorer and Netscape browsers]
Other resource N64 VICUG-Lhttp://maelstrom.stjohns.edu/archives/vicug-l.html VICUG-LTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness A visually impaired computer users' group list. Search the archives and join from this site.
Other resource N65 Talking Softwarehttp://www.talkingsoftware.gothere.uk.com/ Talking SoftwareTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Offers a word speech enabled dictionary and thesaurus for blind users. All controls are designed with unsighted user in mind.
Other resource N66 Empower Connection - Technology for the Blindhttp://ed-web3.educ.msu.edu/specialed/Empowerconnection/index.htm Empower Connection - Technology for the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Information and help for people using assistive Internet technology.
Other resource N67 RNIB - Charles Bonnet Syndromehttp://www.rnib.org.uk/info/cbsfin.htm RNIB - Charles Bonnet SyndromeTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Characterized by visual hallucinations in people who have a sudden change in vision such as that brought on by macular degeneration or serious sight loss.
Other resource N68 The Blind Readers Pagehttp://blindreaders.info/ The Blind Readers PageTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness A source of information about books and reading, blindness and other disabilities and library services for the blind and physically handicapped.
Other resource N69 Vis-Ability (DK)http://www.vis-ability.co.uk Vis-Ability (DK)Top/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Supplies electronic aids for the visually impaired.
Other resource N70 VisionConnectionhttp://visionconnection.org VisionConnectionTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Vision information and an accessible community for people who are partially sighted or blind. Searchable database of resources, and articles.
Other resource N71 A Blind Our Mottohttp://www.blind.net/blindind.htm A Blind Our MottoTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Directory of links and other resources for the blind.
Other resource N72 Accessible Gameshttp://www.sonokids.com/ Accessible GamesTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness Portal for blind and visual impaired children. Accessible games, remixers and more. Make you own hompage for free with your screenreader.
Other resource N73 Ellen Bomer - Survivorhttp://ellen-bomer.com/main.html Ellen Bomer - SurvivorTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Personal_Pages The story of Ellen Bomer's recovery. After being blinded in the 1998 US Embassy Bombing in Nairobi, Kenya Ellen is still working toward recovering her lost eyesight.
Other resource N74 Blind/vihttp://www.angelfire.com/blues2/blindvi/ Blind/viTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Personal_Pages Find a listing of link to information for the blind and visually impaired community.
Other resource N75 American Council of the Blindhttp://www.acb.org/ American Council of the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Includes forums, radio stations, news and resources.
Other resource N76 The Canadian National Institute for the Blindhttp://www.cnib.ca/ The Canadian National Institute for the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations A voluntary, non profit rehabilitation agency that provides services for people who are blind, visually impaired and deafblind.
Other resource N77 Eyeinfo.orghttp://www.eyeinfo.org Eyeinfo.orgTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations An index of organizations in Northern California that provide services for people who are losing their sight or are legally blind.
Other resource N78 Associates for World Action in Rehabilitation and Educationhttp://www.awareusa.org Associates for World Action in Rehabilitation and EducationTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Free downloads of publications and information the AWARE group.
Other resource N79 San Mateo County Council of the Blindhttp://www.smccb.org San Mateo County Council of the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Details about the council who promote employment, independence, education, advocacy and resources. Includes a calendar of events, vision publications and a meeting schedule.
Other resource N80 New Sports for the Blindhttp://members.tripod.com/%7Ebursaab/paralymp.html New Sports for the BlindTop/Health/Conditions_and_Diseases/Eye_Disorders/Blindness/Organizations Site looking for donations to help with russian blind sports.

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