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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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“It never crossed my mind that anything was wrong”
Posted: Friday 20 June 2025
At first, Lynda thought she had a problem with her contact lenses. But when she couldn’t get rid of the blurriness, even when she took them out, she knew something must be wrong.
Former Macular Society chief executive awarded MBE
Posted: Saturday 14 June 2025
Former Macular Society chief executive Cathy Yelf has been awarded an MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) in His Majesty The King’s 2025 Birthday Honours List.
Charity football match raises awareness and funds for macular disease
Posted: Thursday 12 June 2025
It is any football fan’s dream to play at the home of their favourite club. In May, it became a reality for the founder of a charity football team all while raising awareness of macular disease.