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Macular conditions
Nearly 1.5m people in the UK have macular disease. It affects people of all ages.
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Tributes paid to Macular Society president and founding member
Posted: Thursday 7 May 2026
The Macular Society is deeply saddened to announce the death of our president Mr Timothy ffytche who was also one of the organisation’s founding members.
“Age is no barrier and nor is a macular condition”
Posted: Wednesday 6 May 2026
Rowing didn’t enter Roger’s life until his late 50s, but now aged 81 and living with macular disease, he is a three-time indoor rowing world champion.
“I've run one of the greatest marathons in the world and for such an incredible cause”
Posted: Tuesday 5 May 2026
Overwhelming emotions met the 2026 London Marathon runners, who raised awareness of macular disease as well as tens of thousands of pounds for research and support.