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Macular conditions
Nearly 1.5m people in the UK have macular disease. It affects people of all ages.
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How artificial intelligence is transforming eye care
Posted: Thursday 9 January 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already part of our daily lives, but how is it changing healthcare? In a recent webinar hosted by Macular Society partner OcuPlan Dr James Neffendorf, an eye specialist at King’s College Hospital and ophthalmic surgeon Dan Calladine, explored how AI is transforming the way eye care is delivered and how it is improving outcomes for patients.
Headset allows visually impaired football fan to watch games
Posted: Wednesday 8 January 2025
Crystal Palace Football Club has become the first to offer visually impaired fans access to a headset that allows them to watch live games more easily and stay involved with their team.
"Volunteering makes me feel worthwhile, I just love helping other people"
Posted: Wednesday 8 January 2025
In 2025, Jenny will have spent 16 years helping out at her local support group for people with macular disease. While she doesn’t have sight loss herself, she joined to follow in the footsteps of her late husband Alan who was a group volunteer.