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New treatments go under the spotlight for 2023 conference
Latest news, posted 29 June 2023
The first-ever treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) will be one of the exciting topics under the spotlight at this year’s Macular Disease Conference – Hope for the Future.
“Sight loss does change your life, but it's not the end of your life”
Latest news, posted 27 June 2023
Receiving a diagnosis of macular disease can be overwhelming and bring about a whirlwind of emotions. But, with the right advice and support it is possible to overcome the emotional impact and continue to do the things you love.
Macular Society supports Edge Hill University's groundbreaking AMD research
Latest news, posted 7 July 2023
Macular Society Trustees have visited Edge Hill University’s labs to talk to its world-leading researchers on age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
Respond to plans to axe majority of railway ticket offices
Latest news, posted 7 July 2023
A three-week consultation is underway to respond to plans to close railway ticket offices.
“It’s not about what you can’t do, but what you can do that matters”
Latest news, posted 17 July 2023
From working as a volunteer football coach at one of the Premier League’s top clubs to advising ministers at the heart of Government, Jonathan has never let Stargardt get in the way of his varied career.
'Inspiring' pop singer and Macular Society patron Vince Hill dies age 89
Latest news, posted 24 July 2023
Pop singer and Macular Society patron Vince Hill has died at the age of 89.
Consultation to close railway ticket office extended
Latest news, posted 26 July 2023
The consultation into the plan to close hundreds of ticket offices in England is set to be extended, following opposition from passengers and disability charities.
Second drug for dry AMD becomes available in the US
Latest news, posted 8 August 2023
Another new drug to treat late-stage dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) has been approved for use in the US.
Thrill seeker skydives from 14,000ft to Beat Macular Disease
Latest news, posted 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.
Understanding the mysteries surrounding Charles Bonnet syndrome
Latest news, posted 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).