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What could the latest gene therapy project mean for you?
Latest news, posted 20 February 2019
This week saw the announcement that a lady from Oxford has become the first person in the world to have gene therapy to try to halt the progression of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).Many people have been asking what this means for them.
Research study looking for volunteers
Latest news, posted 8 March 2019
As part of a research study at Ulster University, funded by the Macular Society, volunteers affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and healthy controls are invited to help investigate sensitivity to light in those with AMD.The retina at the b…
Does someone you know deserve recognition for their support to people with macular disease?
Latest news, posted 8 March 2019
The Awards for Excellence is our chance to recognise exceptional practice in the care and support of people with macular disease.
Join our call for more ophthalmologists
Latest news, posted 20 March 2019
The Macular Society has launched a petition today to stop people from needlessly losing their sight.
Poor nutrition can lead to sight loss in later life, according to University study
Latest news, posted 22 March 2019
An unhealthy diet including high fat and cholesterol-enriched food can contribute to developing eye diseases which lead to a loss of vision, University of Southampton research has revealed.The study, led by Dr Arjuna Ratnayaka, has shown how retinal pigm…
"To me, to lose your sight is the worst thing that can happen"
Latest news, posted 2 April 2019
For many people, the news they are losing their sight can lead to shock, fear — even despair.
EastEnders' actress June Brown no longer recognises friends
Latest news, posted 8 April 2019
EastEnders veteran June Brown has said she can no longer recognise her friends as she deals with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) at the age of 92.The actress, who plays Dot in the BBC One show, says she has lived with the condition for 10 years.Sp…
How counselling can help you Beat Macular Disease
Latest news, posted 9 April 2019
It can be difficult to come to terms with macular disease.
Artificial intelligence identifies existing drugs that may reduce sight loss from macular degeneration
Latest news, posted 15 April 2019
The initial results from an artificial intelligence project show a number of existing drugs have the potential to reduce sight loss from age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
"I want to find a cure"
Latest news, posted 18 April 2019
Just four days before her 72nd birthday Sandra Orlando will be running the London Marathon to Beat Macular Disease.Sandra only started running as a New Year’s resolution at the age of 64.