Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about vision impairment, curated daily by BrightWire.
After years of hurtful dating experiences because of her vision impairment, 27-year-old Chanelle Morris thought she'd be alone forever. Then she met Jed at a Gold Coast driving range, and everything changed.
A Victorian man who lost his vision to diabetes is proving doubters wrong by mastering vision-impaired archery. James Griffiths is now competing nationally and targeting the world stage.
Researchers at Binghamton University created robot guide dogs that communicate verbally with blind users, offering route planning and real-time navigation feedback. Seven legally blind participants tested the system and expressed excitement about its potential to transform daily independence.
An AI-powered app called Envision now lets blind people "see" themselves by providing detailed descriptions of their appearance, makeup, and outfits. What started as a simple text reader in 2017 has become a digital mirror used by thousands worldwide.
A Naples medical device company just invested $35,000 in helping blind and visually impaired residents gain independence and confidence. The gift will fund life-changing classes and services for over 250 people this year.