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.

Services we provide

 We have a helpline for all those affected by Macular Disease         

What's on:

Help us raise funds for people with MD by making an exhilarating 10,000 feet freefall parachute jump. No experience is required.

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		MDS London Conference 2008 The MDS London Conference is the world's largest patient-centred conference for macular disease. This year's will be held on September 20th. Early booking is advised.
		Vote For Us To Win a National Lottery Award! Please help us by voting for our Train the Trainer Eccentric Viewing Project in the National Lottery Awards competition
		GOOD NEWS FOR NORTHERN IRELAND – LUCENTIS FOR FIRST EYES AND MORE SUPPORT FROM THE MDS IS ON ITS WAY! Two great new developemnts for people in Northern Ireland
		MDS launches second cookery book Leading ophthalmologist Professor Ian Grierson of Liverpool Eye Hospital has written a second wonderful large print cookery book, Fruit for Vision.
		Gene Therapy - A promising future for macular diseases Once there was nothing ! Now there are exciting new developments in the treatment of retinal eye disease.
		AMD Alliance Patient Charter A strategic new development for people with MD. Here's the latest draft...
		Horseless Teams Event at Badminton 5th October Enter a team of 5, or as an individual, for a novel, exciting competition over the famous Badminton Course - have fun and raise money for people with MD at the same time!
		Annual Appeal 2008 for Research The MDS 2008 appeal is for the London Project to Cure MD. The society has already committed funding of £50,000 to the project.
		Manchester NHS Avastin Trial – 300 patients A £2million NHS funded trial has been launched in Manchester.

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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