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Read about the genetic and environmental factors that combine to cause macular degeneration and what you can do if diagnosed with the disease. ... Details >
Find information here about low vision aids, including magnifiers, reading machines with voice output, and absorptive lenses. Other suggestions include: improving the lighting in your home and office,... Details >
Age-related macular degeneration is a chronic eye disease that occurs when tissue in the macula, the part of your retina that's responsible for central vision, deteriorates.... Details >
In this simulation, you can experience the deterioration of vision of a person with age-related macular degeneration (AMD).... Details >
Many people believe that vision loss is a normal part of aging. But it doesn't have to be so. Learn what you can do to reduce your risk of vision loss. ... Details >
The Amsler Grid is a test for macular degeneration that you can use to monitor your vision between visits to an eye care professional. However, you should NOT depend on the test for any diagnoses - ch... Details >
These audio/visual tests may help you identify blind spots and distortion with your vision. If there are changes in your vision, please see your doctor.... Details >
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This pamphlet provides patients and their families with general information about age-related macular degeneration. It describes the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of age-related macular ... Details >
You have control over some of the known risk factors for macular degeneration. If you have a family history of AMD, or are in the "macular generation" (age 60 or above), you should be particularly att... Details >
Research has shown that people with macular degeneration who participate in support groups or self-help programs do much better than those who “go it alone”. There are a number of organizations, both ... Details >