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Help improve home testing experiences for visually impaired people
Latest news, posted 19 January 2021
We are supporting NHS Test and Trace to conduct research into the experience and accessibility of getting a home test for the coronavirus.
New research suggests air pollution could increase the risk of developing AMD
Latest news, posted 26 January 2021
Air pollution is linked to a heightened risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new study.
New survey for patients with diabetic eye disease
Latest news, posted 28 January 2021
The Macular Society is calling for patients with diabetic macular oedema (DMO) to take part in a new survey, to help improve treatment and quality of life for patients.
What role does genetics play in AMD?
Latest news, posted 2 February 2021
It is known that a very significant proportion of the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is in our genes.
'What better way to start 2021 than by opening my front door and climbing Mount Everest'
Latest news, posted 4 February 2021
A former Macular Society regional manager has proven you do not need to leave home to take on a big challenge in 2021, after scaling the height of Mount Everest without stepping outside.
Spotlight on Best disease
Latest news, posted 4 February 2021
February’s condition-specific Virtual Clinic will shine the spotlight on Best disease – a rare inherited form of macular disease.
Has the coronavirus affected your sight? We would like to hear from you
Latest news, posted 4 February 2021
If you have wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and have been unable to receive injections for any reason during the pandemic and this has adversely affected your sight, we would like to hear from you.
Charles Bonnet Syndrome storyline to feature on TV soap opera
Latest news, posted 4 February 2021
Next week a character in popular TV soap opera Coronation Street will admit to experiencing visual hallucinations, known as Charles Bonnet Syndrome.
Homeschooling tips
Latest news, posted 11 February 2021
The pandemic has presented new challenges to everyone and for parents, homeschooling has possibly been one of the biggest.
“There were people in the house and they wouldn’t let me out”
Latest news, posted 16 February 2021
Angela Edwards had a lucky escape after jumping from her bedroom window after experiencing ‘terrifying’ visual hallucinations.