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What is macular degeneration? What is macular degeneration?

The Macular Disease Society aims to build confidence and independence for those with central vision impairment.  We are the only UK charity dedicated to helping people with macular degeneration.

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We provide information and practical support for visually impaired people, their families and carers. 

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We also provide information for health professionals, campaign for better services, sponsor research and raise awareness of macular degeneration and preventative measures.


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 We have a helpline for all those affected by Macular Disease         red phone

What's on:

Could you speak to organisations in your area to raise awareness of macular degeneration? We are running speaker training courses from January to June 2008 in Glasgow, Newcastle, Cheltenham and Peterborough. Contact David Morris for more information. Speakers Wanted!

Help us raise funds for people with MD by making an exhilarating 10,000 feet freefall parachute jump. No experience is required. Make a sponsored Parachute Jump for MDS!

We have 54 places in the 2008 British London 10k on Sunday July 6th 2008 - a wonderful route through central London - to raise money to help people with Macular Disease. Contact David Morris to secure your place and join us afterwards for a picnic in St James' Park! British London 10K Sunday 6th July 2008

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Manchester NHS Avastin Trial – 300 patients
Manchester NHS Avastin Trial – 300 patients Manchester NHS Avastin Trial – 300 patients
A £2million NHS funded trial has been launched in Manchester.

NICE - Update on treatment for Wet MD
NICE - Update on treatment for Wet MD NICE - Update on treatment for Wet MD
Click here for the latest news from NICE regarding treatment for recently developed Wet Macular Degeneration.

New Look Discussion Forum Launched
New Look Discussion Forum Launched New Look Discussion Forum Launched
The new Discussion Forum for people interested in Macular Degeneration is now live.

The British 10K London Run
The British 10K London Run The British 10K London Run
Would you like to run to raise money to help people with macular degeneration? We have 54 places in this year British 10K London Run - a wonderful route through the centre of London.

The Macular Disease Society
PO Box 1870
Andover
SP10 9AD
Registered Charity No. 1001198

Tel: 01264 350 551
Fax: 01264 350 558
email: info@maculardisease.org

 

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