Keratoconus is a degenerative corneal condition that can significantly affect visual function and consequently employment opportunities. However, Italian legislation provides several protections and specific rights aimed at ensuring workplace inclusion for individuals with visual impairments. Italian law recognizes keratoconus as a condition that may entitle individuals to recognition of civil disability when the reduction in work capacity exceeds 33%, benefits under Law 104/92 in cases of severe disability, and targeted employment placement under Law 68/99 including reasonable workplace accommodations. It is important to note that even mild forms of keratoconus may, in certain circumstances, qualify for specific employment protections. ...

Hearing loss refers to a condition that involves the inability to clearly perceive sounds and speech. It is a common issue, especially among older adults. More precisely, a decline in hearing ability typically begins around the ages of 30–40, with significant impairment occurring by the age of 80. Specifically, damage to or loss of the nerve and hair cells in the inner ear prevents the transmission of electrical signals, leading to reduced sound perception—particularly high-frequency sounds, such as female voices or children’s higher-pitched tones. However, in recent years, hearing loss has also been increasingly observed in younger individuals and children, mainly ...

On April 12th, in Piazza del Plebiscito in Naples, Dr. Sergio Ferone took part in a day of free vision screenings organized with the support of the Italian Union of the Blind and Visually Impaired (ETS - APS) and IAPB Italia (ETS). It was an initiative that brought prevention directly to people, also thanks to the presence of a mobile ophthalmic unit.

The data highlight a simple yet often underestimated reality: many people are not aware of their actual visual condition:

Outdated or incorrect eyeglasses are still being used

Early warning signs are often ignored

Eye examinations that could make a difference are postponed

Having a ...

The European Charter of Human Rights defines a caregiver as a non-professional individual who, free of charge, responds to the emotional, relational, and safety needs of a loved one who is partially or totally dependent. The Anglo-Saxon term “caregiver,” translated into Italian as “prestatore di cura,” therefore refers to a family member who assists loved ones in difficulty—individuals who are unable to care for themselves due to specific physical, mental, or emotional conditions—thus taking responsibility for managing the daily life of the person in need.These individuals are generally adults or elderly people who require support due to age-related issues, chronic illnesses, ...

The term “caregiver” refers to all individuals who continuously support and assist, at a domestic level, a person who is unable to care for themselves, either totally or partially, due to illness, disability, or conditions of frailty. Caregivers are divided into two categories:

• Formal caregivers, meaning paid professionals specialized in assistance and care, such as nurses or social workers;
• Informal caregivers, typically family members or friends who take responsibility for caring for someone in need of assistance.

According to ISTAT estimates, more than 7 million Italians regularly provide ...