A blind or vison impaired person's guide to managing medicines

Managing your medicines can be tricky, even when your vision is perfect. However, when you are blind or vision impaired it adds a layer of complexity. 

Martin is the National Advocacy Officer for Blind Citizens Australia. Martin is blind, and lost an arm and a leg after falling under a train. Martin will give you tips and tricks to be independent when using medicines if you are blind or vision impaired. We also discuss the importance of your attitude, and how it impacts the way you deal with life's challenges.    

We also speak with David and his wife Dianne. We hear how David manages his medicines as someone you became vision impaired later in life, and how Dianne supports him.  

In this episode you'll learn:

• How to be independent when managing medicines if you are blind or vision impaired, including:
  • Tips and tricks to make sure you are taking the right medicines
  • How to find information about medicines 
• The importance of a positive mindset to successfully navigate life's challenges 

Go to the Blind Citizen's Australia website for more information about living life if you are blind or vision impaired: https://www.bca.org.au/

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