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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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“I used to cry in the shower – there was so much anger”
Posted: Thursday 13 March 2025
Counselling has been a “lifechanging” experience for Trevor, who hit his lowest point when macular disease began to impact both of his eyes.
Professor Andrew Lotery answers your questions
Posted: Wednesday 5 March 2025
Professor Andrew Lotery discusses the latest approved treatment for wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Lytenava and answers your frequently asked questions on treatments and research.
Gene therapy trial improves sight in blind toddlers
Posted: Tuesday 4 March 2025
Four toddlers born with a severe form of childhood blindness have experienced “life-changing improvements” to their sight after participating in an experimental gene therapy trial.