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"Without the support group I would have become very depressed"
Latest news, posted 23 August 2021
The Macular Society successfully bid for a grant of £300,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund in Wales to let them carry on helping over 2,500 people losing their sight in Wales.
New support available for patients with diabetes-related sight loss
Latest news, posted 26 August 2021
People with diabetes-related sight loss will be able to share experiences of living with their condition, as well as hear about the latest in treatments and research, at a new support group launching this month.
Low vision specialists share expertise and advice
Latest news, posted 31 August 2021
Two experts in low vision will join our September Virtual Clinic to update on the latest in their research and developments in wearable technology
Exploring inclusivity and seeking employment with a visual impairment
Latest news, posted 1 September 2021
An accessibility leader, passionate about creating an inclusive and accessible workplace, will discuss seeking employment as a visually impaired person.
"I'm determined to live as healthily as I can, to preserve some sight"
Latest news, posted 2 September 2021
Scott Hamilton is one of many people who attended his two-yearly sight test expecting nothing more than a slight change to his prescription.
Breakthrough in artificial intelligence (AI) helps detect dry AMD
Latest news, posted 9 September 2021
Researchers at Moorfields Eye Hospital have developed the first-ever fully automated algorithm, which can detect dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) using common eye scans.
Assistive technology to be showcased
Latest news, posted 17 September 2021
Assistive technology provider Sight and Sound will be discussing and demonstrating the latest equipment, which can make daily life easier for people with macular disease.
Calls for Parliament to take action on eye health
Latest news, posted 28 September 2021
The Macular Society has partnered with pharmaceutical company Roche and Fight for Sight to push eye health up the political agenda at a parliamentary event this month.
“I feel I need to give a voice to those that feel isolated and unheard.”
Latest news, posted 29 September 2021
A police officer will be raising awareness of macular disease among his staff on World Sight Day (Thursday 14 October), after being diagnosed with a rare form of the condition.
"I wear sunglasses, take supplements and eat healthily, in the hope I can keep it at bay"
Latest news, posted 29 September 2021
Just a few years ago Lisa and her sister were both told they had the very early stages of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) after changes were spotted at the back of their eyes.