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What's the rarest color blind
What's the rarest color blind Color blindness—or if you wanna get technical, color vision deficiency (CVD)—hits millions of people around the world. But not all forms are equally common, not... Read more
What are the 12 symbols of Christmas
What are the 12 symbols of Christmas Christmas has all these traditions, right? And some of 'em are just everywhere this time of year. The "12 Days of Christmas" song—that's about gifts, yeah? But... Read more
Did Helen Keller ever have a lover
Did Helen Keller ever have a lover So, did Helen Keller—the deafblind activist, the woman who conquered so much—ever actually have a lover? It's a question that pokes at the private side of her... Read more
What are the 4 types of diversity
What are the 4 types of diversity So you want to understand diversity better? Look, there's a bunch of ways to slice it, but one framework really sticks. It breaks things down into four buckets.... Read more
What is the deduction for being blind
What is the deduction for being blind The blind deduction? It's basically an extra chunk the IRS lets people who are legally blind subtract from their taxable income. Not a separate credit or... Read more
What to avoid with a scratched eye
What to avoid with a scratched eye A scratched eye—what doctors call a corneal abrasion—hurts like crazy and needs careful handling. Messing it up can lead to complications or slow things down.... Read more
Why would someone need a screen reader
Why would someone need a screen reader Screen readers? They're basically digital eyes for people who can't see the screen. Converting text into spoken words or braille. Blind folks use 'em, sure,... Read more
What are 5 ophthalmic emergencies
What are 5 ophthalmic emergencies Look, eye emergencies are no joke. We're talking about stuff where you absolutely cannot wait around hoping it gets better. These are conditions that need a doctor... Read more
How to host a successful bingo fundraiser
How to host a successful bingo fundraiser So you're thinking about running a bingo night for fundraising. Honestly, it's one of those ideas that's been around forever for a reason. It works. People... Read more
How long will eye pain last
How long will eye pain last So you're wondering how long your eye's gonna hurt. Honestly? It depends—like, a lot. Most minor stuff, say a stye or dry eyes, clears up in a few days to a week. But... Read more