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Macular conditions
Nearly 1.5m people in the UK have macular disease. It affects people of all ages.
How is macular disease diagnosed?
Various tests can be taken to detect early signs of macular degeneration.
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"I was determined to get help for my mum"
Posted: Wednesday 28 May 2025
When Ruth was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) last year, it was her daughter Ann who saw it as her mission to find her mum much needed support.
"Something I never thought I’d achieve"
Posted: Wednesday 28 May 2025
Armaan, who was diagnosed with macular dystrophy when he was 11 years old, took on his first ever marathon in April, to prove to himself that he could achieve something he never thought he would with sight loss.
"The most amazing thing I have ever done"
Posted: Thursday 1 May 2025
Before signing up for the London Marathon, Becky never saw herself as a runner and the furthest she’d ever run was three miles.