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Researchers' discovery could improve diagnosis and lead to new treatments for AMD
Latest news, posted 7 February 2020
Researchers have identified a new protein linked to age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that could offer new hope for the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.The research team, made up of scientists from Queen Mary University of London, the Univers…
Using AI to Beat Macular Disease
Latest news, posted 13 February 2020
We are currently funding a research project using Artificial Intelligence to analyse eye scans.
'I’ve got two daughters, so it makes you think about their futures and if they will be affected’
Latest news, posted 23 February 2020
A 54-year-old woman with a rare genetic form of macular disease has pledged to mark 2020 by taking on 20, 20-mile walks to help boost funding for research into the condition.Jane Woodhead decided to take on the challenge after being diagnosed with patter…
'I went along to the group and within moments it really changed my life'
Latest news, posted 3 March 2020
Steve Cooper was first alerted to a problem with his eyes during a routine optician’s appointment in 2015 – he was referred to hospital for further tests.
Surveys for patients with age-related macular degeneration
Latest news, posted 4 March 2020
If you have wet or dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), researchers would like to hear from you.Two new surveys have been launched to understand more the about the impact of living with the condition.
Gene editing tool used inside body for first time, to treat rare form of blindness
Latest news, posted 5 March 2020
Scientists say they have used the gene editing tool CRISPR-Cas9 inside a person’s body for the first time, a new development in efforts to operate on DNA to treat diseases.A patient recently underwent a procedure at the Casey Eye Institute at Oregon Heal…
Awards for Excellence 2020 – nominations open
Latest news, posted 6 March 2020
Nominations are now open for this year’s Awards for Excellence.
Inside your spring copy of Sideview…
Latest news, posted 9 March 2020
We’re putting the final touches to Sideview, our members’ magazine, ready to send out next week.In spring 2020’s issue, find out:Why Ray volunteered as a research guinea pig (and how you can too)How to get the answers you need at your next appointmentThe…
Should I continue attending my injections at my local eye clinic?
Latest news, posted 17 March 2020
Updated 17 March: We’ll update this page in line with new guidance as soon as possible.With the increasing spread of the coronavirus, many people are understandably worried about whether they should go to their eye clinic appointments.
Patients encouraged to continue attending injections
Latest news, posted 20 March 2020
The Macular Society, along with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists has asked hospitals across the UK to write to patients to ensure they continue to attend their sight-saving injections, amid the current coronavirus outbreak.