The town of Caernarfon in Wales (in the United Kingdom) has drawn the attention and anger of blind rights advocates by creating a town square where there are no marked curbs to set pedestrian walkways apart from the streets where the cars drive, according to a BBC report.
The charity Guide Dogs says this design puts the blind at risk, as curbs are an important marker for visually impaired pedestrians. Critics say that in addition to the blind, the disabled, the elderly and children are in danger when walking in these curbless areas.
Part of the goal of critics is to prevent any other towns from creating the same ‘shared street’ set-up. Lawmakers reportedly will be using a hands-on approach to help judge the safety concerns. They will be trying to navigate around a mock shared street while blindfolded.
Read the full story BBC story here. Visit http://www.maxiaids.com/ to view a full range of products for the blind.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
Press Releases Help Maxi-Aids Reach Customers with Special Needs
Whether you’re promoting a product or business, running a charity fundraiser, or trying to draw attention to an important cause, the greater the number of people that get to hear your message, the better off your prospects for success will be.
Maxi-Aids Products for Independent Living, http://www.maxiaids.com/, supplier of items for the blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing and those with other special needs, has been using press releases as a means to reach customers and increase brand awareness for several years.
For nearly the past 2 years, the press release distribution service 24-7 Press Release has given Maxi-Aids an effective, reliable means of delivering a variety of product updates, news items, contest announcements and holiday gift idea lists to news and other media outlets.
As a result, we have seen immediate and positive results in terms of search engine rankings for the keywords included in our press releases and received inquiries from media (including a newspaper reporter) resulting in additional exposure for Maxi-Aids. We have also seen our releases picked up in numerous news services and referenced in countless blogs and tweets.
For Maxi-Aids founder and president Elliot Zaretsky, himself the father of a deaf son, the exposure press releases provide is valuable, and somewhat personal. “The more people we reach, the more people we help – it’s that sample,” says Mr. Zaretsky.
Click to visit 24-7 Press Release or to view a listing of Maxi-Aids Press Releases
Maxi-Aids Products for Independent Living, http://www.maxiaids.com/, supplier of items for the blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing and those with other special needs, has been using press releases as a means to reach customers and increase brand awareness for several years.
For nearly the past 2 years, the press release distribution service 24-7 Press Release has given Maxi-Aids an effective, reliable means of delivering a variety of product updates, news items, contest announcements and holiday gift idea lists to news and other media outlets.
As a result, we have seen immediate and positive results in terms of search engine rankings for the keywords included in our press releases and received inquiries from media (including a newspaper reporter) resulting in additional exposure for Maxi-Aids. We have also seen our releases picked up in numerous news services and referenced in countless blogs and tweets.
For Maxi-Aids founder and president Elliot Zaretsky, himself the father of a deaf son, the exposure press releases provide is valuable, and somewhat personal. “The more people we reach, the more people we help – it’s that sample,” says Mr. Zaretsky.
Click to visit 24-7 Press Release or to view a listing of Maxi-Aids Press Releases
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Linked to Retinopathy in Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes patients who have retinopathy should also be screened for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), according to Sophie D. West, M.D., the lead researcher in a study conducted at the Oxford Centre for Respiratory Medicine in the United Kingdom.
Earlier research had shown that 23 percent of men with Type 2 Diabetes have OSA that was under-recognized and under-treated. The researchers in the new study analyzed data from 118 men who had participated in the earlier study and found that retinopathy was present in 54 percent of those who had OSA, as compared to only 31 percent of those without OSA.
Although more research is necessary, Dr. West suggests that doctors treating patients with Type 2 Diabetes consider whether the patients could have OSA and whether they should be referred for a sleep study.”
Follow these links to Read the Full Story on Health.am or to view a full range of Products for Diabetics at Maxi-Aids.
Earlier research had shown that 23 percent of men with Type 2 Diabetes have OSA that was under-recognized and under-treated. The researchers in the new study analyzed data from 118 men who had participated in the earlier study and found that retinopathy was present in 54 percent of those who had OSA, as compared to only 31 percent of those without OSA.
Although more research is necessary, Dr. West suggests that doctors treating patients with Type 2 Diabetes consider whether the patients could have OSA and whether they should be referred for a sleep study.”
Follow these links to Read the Full Story on Health.am or to view a full range of Products for Diabetics at Maxi-Aids.
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Accessible Measuring Cup Helps Blind, Low Vision in the Kitchen
Measuring has never been easier, especially for the blind or low vision chef! The 2-Cup Measuring Cup for the Blind, available at www.MaxiAids.com, features a stepped design for quick and simple measuring. Each tactile step moulded into the side of the measuring cup marks a 1/4-cup increment, up to its 2-cup capacity.
To use it, simply place your hand inside the cup, count up the steps to your desired amount and rest your finger on the edge of that step. Then pour the ingredient into the cup until you feel it reach your fingertip. That’s it!
The 2-Cup Measuring Cup for the Blind also features a spout for neat and easy pouring and a comfortable rubber handle. It is made of high-impact clear plastic.
To use it, simply place your hand inside the cup, count up the steps to your desired amount and rest your finger on the edge of that step. Then pour the ingredient into the cup until you feel it reach your fingertip. That’s it!
The 2-Cup Measuring Cup for the Blind also features a spout for neat and easy pouring and a comfortable rubber handle. It is made of high-impact clear plastic.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Special Olympics News! 2009 Summer Games Being Held in Binghamton, NY
More than 1,300 athletes and coaches will be participating in the 2009 Summer Games in numerous events taking place in Binghamton, NY from June 12-14. The State Summer Games is the largest competition held each year by Special Olympics New York throughout the state.
Included among the sports and competitions are: Aquatics, Basketball, Powerlifting, Track & Field, and Tennis. All events are free and open to the public, so why not come out to join in on the fun and cheer on the athletes! For those interested, volunteers are also needed during the event. For more information, go to the Special Olympics New York website.
Special Olympics New York, which does not charge athletes to participate, provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in 22 Olympic-style sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Included among the sports and competitions are: Aquatics, Basketball, Powerlifting, Track & Field, and Tennis. All events are free and open to the public, so why not come out to join in on the fun and cheer on the athletes! For those interested, volunteers are also needed during the event. For more information, go to the Special Olympics New York website.
Special Olympics New York, which does not charge athletes to participate, provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in 22 Olympic-style sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
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