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Medicine
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

UL graduate designs first pregnancy test that gives independence and privacy to visually impaired women

A fully accessible saliva-based pregnancy test for visually impaired women delivers results via touch, sound, sight, and a webpage.
Women
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Euro hero Hampton offers support to Para Lioness

Kaitlyn Clark, a visually impaired footballer, overcame rejection to represent England in blind football, inspired by Hannah Hampton's success.
#accessibility
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago
Arts

The collective experience of translating art for people who are blind

The Emilio Caraffa Museum is the first in Argentina to offer a fully accessible exhibition for the visually impaired.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC LGBT

Sidewalk bus-loading platforms get upgraded to help visually impaired commuters in NYC

New NYC bus stops now have warning strips for safer boarding for visually impaired passengers.
Arts
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

The collective experience of translating art for people who are blind

The Emilio Caraffa Museum is the first in Argentina to offer a fully accessible exhibition for the visually impaired.
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Tech industry
fromInfoQ
2 months ago

Making Augmented Reality Accessible: A Case Study of Lens in Maps

One in four 20-year-olds may become disabled before retirement due to various causes.
Photography
fromJuxtapoz
3 months ago

Juxtapoz Magazine - Hannah Lee "Dumbo's Feather" @ James Fuentes Gallery, Los Angeles

Hannah Lee's latest exhibition at Dumbo's Feather showcases new oil paintings exploring dream-like human life moments, reflecting her unique visual process.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Experience: I went blind after doing 13 cartwheels in a row

The author experienced a sudden visual impairment after doing cartwheels at the beach, leading to a medical diagnosis of serious eye issues.
Artificial intelligence
fromNature
5 months ago

AI-boosted cameras help blind people to navigate

AI-powered navigation system may enhance mobility for the visually impaired, improving distance and navigation efficiency compared to traditional aids.
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