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As many as 23.4 million people in the United States live with visual impairment, according to a 2021 study published in the journal Ophthalmology. Diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and blindness are just a few eyesight problems affecting millions, though many more people develop conditions like cataracts and glaucoma, which may worsen as they progress.

While diagnosis and treatment are key in preventing the loss of eyesight, there are steps you can take on your own to avoid injury and make day-to-day living easier. Read on for smart home and lifestyle tips for people living with low vision.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Preventi... + 2
  1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Fast Facts About Vision Loss. Last Reviewed: August 15, 2023.
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  3. Stelmack JA, Tang XC, Wei Y, et al. Outcomes of the Veterans Affairs Low Vision Intervention Trial II (LOVIT II): A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2017;135(2):96–104.
Written by Kristen Sturt.
Medically reviewed by Mark Arredondo, MD.July, 2024
Updated onOctober, 2026

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