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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.
New research projects to stop early AMD and treat macular dystrophies
Latest news, posted 30 September 2021
Everything we learn about macular disease brings us closer to beating it for good. And thanks to Macular Society members, seven new research projects will start this year – each one bringing a cure closer, or making life better today.
All you need to know about injections
Latest news, posted 6 October 2021
Why are some types of macular disease treated with injections? And why does that injection need to go into the eye?
“With no cure to date, exposure and public awareness is essential to stop this isolating disease"
Latest news, posted 7 October 2021
First-time London Marathon runner Mark Cooper was motivated to take on the challenge after seeing the impact that macular disease had on his mum.
“You can’t find any better support than from people who are living with the same condition you are”
Latest news, posted 12 October 2021
In September last year Shona was out having breakfast with her grandparents when she looked down at her food to see black dots everywhere.
Have you ever wondered what benefits you might be entitled to?
Latest news, posted 12 October 2021
As part of the Macular Society Virtual Clinics series, we will be hosting a benefits surgery this month.