Rural Health
News by Topic: Vision impairment
Aug 10, 2026 - Highlights a redesign of traditional eye exam equipment that is portable. The equipment was developed at the Texas A&M School of Engineering Medicine to make comprehensive eye exams more accessible in rural communities and allow for collaboration with specialists.
Source: Texas A&M Stories
Jul 15, 2026 - Highlights the work of a Milwaukee Veteran's Administration employee to address access to vision services for veterans, particularly those in rural areas. Notes that national statistics show low-vision service utilization is low.
Source: VA Milwaukee Health Care Stories