Latest news
News and updates
Stay informed with the latest breakthroughs in macular research, emerging treatments for sight loss, and inspiring stories from the people we support. Browse our most recent news and insights below—and sign up to our free monthly enewsletter to never miss an update.
Q&A - your questions answered on the PRIMA System clinical trial for dry AMD
Posted: Monday 20 October 2025
All you need to know following the published results of Science Corporation's clinical trial to treat patients with late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Find out more
Revolutionary implant allows patients with dry AMD to read again
Posted: Monday 20 October 2025
A revolutionary new implant has restored some vision to patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), enabling them to read words and numbers, boosting hopes of a breakthrough treatment.
Find out more
Macular Society conference shines light on developing treatments
Posted: Thursday 9 October 2025
Our annual Macular Disease Conference: Hope for the Future returned in September, highlighting the experiences of people living with macular disease, exploring the latest in treatments and offering practical and emotional support.
Find out more
Genetic counselling and how it helps you
Posted: Tuesday 2 September 2025
What role does genetics play in macular disease? And what is the role of a genetic counsellor? In a recent webinar, Eleanor Schiff, a genetic counsellor at Moorfields Eye Hospital, explained her role, why it’s important, and what families can expect if they decide to explore it.
Find out more
How do clinical trials play an important role in research?
Posted: Thursday 7 August 2025
Clinical trials play a vital role in trialling the development of new treatments for conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic macular oedema (DMO). But, how do they work? And, why is participation in these trials so important?
Find out more
Experts share latest developments in treatment for macular disease
Posted: Monday 4 August 2025
Groundbreaking research into Stargardt disease, the latest treatments for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and understanding the emotional impact of vision loss are just some of the topics to be explored at this year’s Macular Disease Conference ‘Hope for the Future’.
Find out more
Tributes paid to pioneering eye researcher Professor Pete Coffey
Posted: Wednesday 2 July 2025
Tributes have been paid to one of the world’s top eye researchers, Professor Pete Coffey, who has sadly passed away after a long illness.
Find out more
Volunteers needed to try new drug for late-stage dry AMD
Posted: Thursday 5 June 2025
A company developing a new treatment for late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is looking for volunteers in the UK to take part in a new trial.
Find out more
How are new treatments developed?
Posted: Monday 28 April 2025
Developing new treatments for macular disease is a lengthy process involving many steps. From understanding the causes of a condition, to finding new treatments to test, and finally, going through the stages of clinical trials.
Find out more
Professor Andrew Lotery answers your questions
Posted: Wednesday 5 March 2025
Professor Andrew Lotery discusses the latest approved treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Lytenava and answers your frequently asked questions on treatments and research.
Find out more
Gene therapy trial improves sight in blind toddlers
Posted: Tuesday 4 March 2025
Four toddlers born with a severe form of childhood blindness have experienced “life-changing improvements” to their sight after participating in an experimental gene therapy trial.
Find out more
Syfovre FAQs and next steps for dry AMD and geographic atrophy treatment
Posted: Thursday 30 January 2025
The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) decision to reject the first potential treatment for geographic atrophy (GA), or late-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is undoubtedly a disappointing one for those living with the condition. But, what does the decision mean? We answer your questions.
Find out more
Get the latest news and advice from the Macular Society
To hear about life-changing research, treatments and tips for living with sight loss, subscribe to our monthly enewsletter today. Together we can Beat Macular Disease.
Sign up to our free email newsletter