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Macular conditions
Nearly 1.5m people in the UK have macular disease. It affects people of all ages.
How is macular disease diagnosed?
Various tests can be taken to detect early signs of macular degeneration.
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"Never giving up is my motto"
Posted: Monday 6 July 2026
Despite deteriorating eyesight, difficult terrain and torrential weather, 80-year-old David was determined to complete a gruelling two-day challenge, raising more than £2,500 to support others living with macular disease and fund vital research.
New report highlights value of early career research
Posted: Wednesday 1 July 2026
The Macular Society has published its first ever PhD impact report, to demonstrate how funding early-career researchers is developing our understanding of macular disease, and improving the lives of people with sight loss.
"Thanks to the Macular Society, we will find a cure"
Posted: Wednesday 24 June 2026
When David was diagnosed with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) he refused to believe it. It was his wife who insisted he get his eyes checked immediately, and she’s been his rock ever since.