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We'll keep you up to date on the latest in treatments and research into age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other types of macular disease.
Podcast mini series shines light on extra financial support
Latest news, posted 2 January 2024
Living with sight loss may entitle you to extra financial support to help with day-to-day costs, but do you know what you can claim?
Online support for early onset macular degeneration
Latest news, posted 8 January 2024
A new support group for people with early onset macular degeneration – a condition many often confuse with early age-related macular degeneration (AMD) – will launch next month.
‘I feel so incredibly lucky to have had the opportunity to work for such a wonderful organisation’
Latest news, posted 12 January 2024
After nearly a decade of dedicated service as chief executive of leading sight loss charity the Macular Society, Cathy Yelf has announced her decision to retire in 2024.
Michael Owen prays for a cure for son's Stargardt
Latest news, posted 23 January 2024
Michael Owen has brought Stargardt into the spotlight again as he talks about his son's diagnosis.
'Do the things that make you feel worthwhile'
Latest news, posted 24 January 2024
The loneliness and isolation associated with sight loss can be detrimental to our mental health, but volunteer Carol is on a mission to emotionally lift and encourage others.