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"To me, to lose your sight is the worst thing that can happen"
Posted: Tuesday 2 April 2019
For many people, the news they are losing their sight can lead to shock, fear — even despair.
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Poor nutrition can lead to sight loss in later life, according to University study
Posted: Friday 22 March 2019
An unhealthy diet including high fat and cholesterol-enriched food can contribute to developing eye diseases which lead to a loss of vision, University of Southampton research has revealed.The study, led by Dr Arjuna Ratnayaka, has shown how retinal pigm…
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Join our call for more ophthalmologists
Posted: Wednesday 20 March 2019
The Macular Society has launched a petition today to stop people from needlessly losing their sight.
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Does someone you know deserve recognition for their support to people with macular disease?
Posted: Friday 8 March 2019
The Awards for Excellence is our chance to recognise exceptional practice in the care and support of people with macular disease.
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Research study looking for volunteers
Posted: Friday 8 March 2019
As part of a research study at Ulster University, funded by the Macular Society, volunteers affected by age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and healthy controls are invited to help investigate sensitivity to light in those with AMD.The retina at the b…
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What could the latest gene therapy project mean for you?
Posted: Wednesday 20 February 2019
This week saw the announcement that a lady from Oxford has become the first person in the world to have gene therapy to try to halt the progression of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).Many people have been asking what this means for them.
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Gene therapy – the future of treatments for macular disease?
Posted: Tuesday 19 February 2019
Gene therapy is a medical technique that may sound like it’s from the pages of science fiction, but it is moving closer and closer to becoming a part of medicine.
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First gene therapy trial for most common cause of blindness
Posted: Tuesday 19 February 2019
A woman from Oxford has become the first person in the world to have gene therapy to try to halt the progression of her eye condition.Surgeons injected a synthetic gene into the back of Janet Osborne's eye in a bid to prevent more cells from dying.It is …
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Workforce Census illustrates the severe shortage of eye doctors in the UK
Posted: Friday 15 February 2019
A new 2018 census by The Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) identifies gaps in recruitment of ophthalmologists and workforce planning amid a predicted 40% increase in demand over the next 20 years.The census reveals that there is a severe shorta…
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Grant will provide vital support to those losing their sight
Posted: Thursday 14 February 2019
People with macular disease will be able to access the Society's emotional support services, thanks to a grant from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Freemasons.The grant of £99,070, aims to make real the pledge of “Making Sure No One Faces Sight loss Alone” f…
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Quality standard published for wet AMD patients
Posted: Wednesday 13 February 2019
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published its first quality standard looking at serious eye disorders, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma, cataracts and the prevention of sight loss.The quality sta…
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“I know now that I am strong enough to face whatever Stargardt has in store for me”
Posted: Wednesday 30 January 2019
Hannah, aged 22, remembers the day she was diagnosed very clearly.
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