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"It's only now that I have seen the impact macular disease has on people"
A retired ophthalmic nurse said it wasn’t until she began to volunteer with her local support group that she realised the true impact of macular disease and the impact it has on many people’s lives.
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Tributes paid to Macular Society patron Patricia Greene
Posted: Wednesday 15 July 2026
Macular Society patron and the longest-serving cast member of BBC Radio 4 soap The Archers, Patricia Greene, has died at the age of 95.
"Never giving up is my motto"
Posted: Monday 6 July 2026
Despite deteriorating eyesight, difficult terrain and torrential weather, 80-year-old David was determined to complete a gruelling two-day challenge, raising more than £2,500 to support others living with macular disease and fund vital research.
New report highlights value of early career research
Posted: Wednesday 1 July 2026
The Macular Society has published its first ever PhD impact report, to demonstrate how funding early-career researchers is developing our understanding of macular disease, and improving the lives of people with sight loss.
"Thanks to the Macular Society, we will find a cure"
Posted: Wednesday 24 June 2026
When David was diagnosed with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) he refused to believe it. It was his wife who insisted he get his eyes checked immediately, and she’s been his rock ever since.
