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Protecting your eyes
Healthy living
Bright light may be uncomfortable for many people with macular conditions. It is important to protect your eyes from glare and ultraviolet light.
AREDS2 supplements slow sight loss in late-stage dry AMD
Latest news, posted 19 July 2024
New research has found that taking a daily vitamin and mineral supplement can slow the progression of geographic atrophy (GA), an advanced form of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Supplements offer hope for advanced AMD, says researcher
Latest news, posted 25 November 2024
Dr Tiarnan Keenan, a clinician scientist at the National Eye Institute in the US, shares groundbreaking insights into the benefits of AREDS2 supplements for people with geographic atrophy (GA), an advanced stage of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Where next for dry AMD and Stargardt research?
Latest news, posted 18 October 2018
Online searches bring up dozens of suggested treatments for macular disease, each with enthusiastic support from people who claim it has saved their sight.
Macular Society conference shines light on developing treatments
Latest news, posted 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.
National Eye Health Week - How to look after your eyes
Latest news, posted 23 September 2019
"We all know how important it is to look after our bodies by exercising regularly and eating healthily, but how many of us really think about how to look after our eyes?
Diet and nutrition - your questions answered
Latest news, posted 26 September 2024
Can diet and lifestyle choices such as cutting alcohol or taking supplements slow the progression of macular disease? At the Macular Disease Conference 2024, Professor Ruth Hogg shared her insights on the powerful role of diet and lifestyle on eye health.
Bestrophinopathies
Macular conditions
Bestrophinopathies are rare eye conditions. They run in families (are inherited). They affect the macula which is the part of the retina you use to see what’s directly in front of you. This is called your central vision. The retina is the light-sensitive layer in the eye that helps us to see detail.