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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’m convinced there will be a potential cure in the future”
Posted: Thursday 5 March 2026
Alan thought he just needed a new pair of glasses after he noticed something different about his vision while he was driving. He kept blinking thinking it would go away, but soon learnt this was something he would have to live with as he was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Chef with Stargardt launches new cookbook for people with sight loss
Posted: Wednesday 4 March 2026
A chef with Stargardt disease has written a new cookbook designed to make cooking accessible for anyone living with sight loss.
"When you know you can help people, it gives you a buzz"
Posted: Saturday 28 February 2026
Peter has lived with a rare sight loss condition most of his life, but until a few years ago had never met another person living with it. In November 2022 a chance encounter changed all that, leading him on a journey to help others with Stargardt disease.