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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.
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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).
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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.
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"We want to do all we can to help those living with macular conditions"
Posted: Thursday 9 October 2025
Gazing across glaciers and absorbing the stunning views of vistas, valleys and snow-capped peaks of the Fann Mountains really hit home for Richard, who had travelled thousands of miles to show his support for people living with macular disease.
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Keeping Up Appearances star and keen Macular Society supporter dies, aged 96
Posted: Friday 3 October 2025
The Macular Society is deeply saddened by the passing of actress Dame Patricia Routledge, who has died at the age of 96.
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“I get both joy and comfort from painting as someone with a visual impairment”
Posted: Thursday 4 September 2025
Having been forced into early retirement, John has always been determined not to be beaten by macular disease. His career as a civil engineer may have been over sooner than planned, but he has since rediscovered his passion for painting.
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“We’re fundraising because we want more people to know about macular disease”
Posted: Wednesday 3 September 2025
A father and daughter will be running the Great North Run together to raise awareness of macular disease and funds to find a cure.
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“One small change opened up my world”
Posted: Wednesday 3 September 2025
Brian’s sight problems began in 1992 when he had a retinal vein occlusion in his left eye. But, he didn’t notice a lot of change as he still had good sight in his right eye and he continued to drive and live normally.
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Dealing with a diagnosis
Posted: Wednesday 3 September 2025
When you step out of the consultant’s office after being diagnosed with macular disease, it can feel quite overwhelming. Many people often can't quite remember what was said, and aren’t sure what you’re supposed to do if your eyesight gets worse. Our helpline team is here to make things clearer.
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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.
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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?
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“If I can help somebody with macular disease, then that’s my legacy”
Posted: Monday 4 August 2025
Chris has three simple hopes for the future: to continue be able to read for as long as possible, to keep running while his sight still allows him and to welcome new treatments or even a future cure for macular disease.
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