Vision Impairment

Vision impairment means that a person’s eyesight cannot be corrected to a “normal” level.

View a diagram of basic eye anatomy.

According to the National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research, eye disease and vision loss cost the United States $68 billion annually. Learn more about the economic impact of vision impairment. 

Low vision means that even with regular glasses, contact lenses, medicine, or surgery, people find everyday tasks difficult to do. 

There are many types of eye diseases with specific treatment options. Read about the different eye diseases.

Having a comprehensive dilated eye exam is one of the best things you can do to make sure that you’re seeing the best you can and that you’re keeping your eyes healthy.