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Macular disease under the spotlight at Conservative conference
Posted: Wednesday 25 October 2023
The Macular Society's director of research took to the stage at the Conservative Party Conference earlier this month to shine a light on the need to improve healthcare, especially for people living with macular disease.
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“My white cane is absolutely essential – I wouldn’t be without it”
Posted: Friday 13 October 2023
When Julia and Irene step out of their front doors, they do so with an air of confidence - and it’s all thanks to their white canes.
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Talking about your diagnosis
Posted: Wednesday 4 October 2023
A diagnosis of macular disease can be overwhelming, impacting various aspects of your life, including your mental health, relationships and independence. Despite this, many people struggle to speak openly about what they are going through.
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New implant for patients with late-stage AMD
Posted: Tuesday 3 October 2023
Eye surgeons in Newcastle have become the first in the UK to give patients with late-stage age-related macular degeneration (AMD) a pioneering new eye implant.
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Are we a step closer to treating AMD with red light?
Posted: Thursday 28 September 2023
Red light has been shown to improve declining eyesight, with one particular study showing promise for patients diagnosed with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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“I’ve learned all the skills that I need to try and live independently”
Posted: Wednesday 20 September 2023
When Macular Society volunteer Nick suddenly found himself unable to make a simple cup of tea, he knew he needed help to rediscover an independent life with sight loss.
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Volunteers needed to test home monitoring app
Posted: Thursday 7 September 2023
Digital health company, OKKO Health, is calling for more volunteers to help test a new app which could revolutionise eye care for people living with macular disease.
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Is blue light damaging and are filters worth it?
Posted: Friday 1 September 2023
We often get asked whether blue light is dangerous to the macula and whether blue light filtering glasses are worth getting. Recent research has shown that blue light filters often do not live up to the claims they make.
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Ann, 99, completes milestone walking marathon challenge
Posted: Thursday 24 August 2023
While we have seen our fair share of rain over the last few months, nothing could stand in the way of 99-year-old Ann who has completed her mammoth, walking marathon challenge.
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Understanding the mysteries surrounding Charles Bonnet syndrome
Posted: Tuesday 22 August 2023
Why do some people with vision loss experience hallucinations, while others do not? That’s one of the areas being looked into as researchers aim to uncover some of the mysteries surrounding the condition Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS).
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Thrill seeker skydives from 14,000ft to Beat Macular Disease
Posted: Friday 18 August 2023
Thrill-seeker Jade can tick off a 14,000ft skydive from her adrenaline-fuelled bucket list after she fearlessly threw herself out of a plane, to beat macular disease.
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Second drug for dry AMD becomes available in the US
Posted: Tuesday 8 August 2023
Another new drug to treat late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has been approved for use in the US.
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