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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.
Charles Bonnet Syndrome /
Visual Hallucinations
For a free DVD and information pack call our Helpline on 0845 241 2041.
We provide information and practical support for visually impaired people, their families and carers.
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
What's on:
Climb the world’s largest freestanding mountain in aid of the Macular Disease Society. Departing 25th September 2011. Help us raise funds for people with MD by making an exhilarating 10,000 feet freefall parachute jump. No experience is required. Cycle from London to Paris – Spend a long weekend cycling across the Normandy countryside and finish under the Eiffel Tower (suitable for single and tandem bikes).
The Macular Disease Society have teamed up with Classic Tours to offer you the chance to cycle from London to Paris in aid of the Macular Disease Society.
Departing on the 25th June 2010 for 4 days.
Want to test your knowledge? Have a great time? Win Prizes? Eat a great meal? Create a team of 8 and join us for a Quiz Night Bring a picnic, bring friends, bring your family, and join us
on Saturday 24th April 2010 at the Pavilion Gardens, Buxton
for some Macular Miles. 2010 sees the launch of the Macular Disease Society’s Macular Miles theme.
Here is your chance to take part in a number of 5Km fun runs, across the UK from Aberdeen all the way down to Southampton and everywhere in-between.
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Support us on the Oasics British 10K London Run - 11th July 2010
The London 10k Run is coming soon and following on the success of previous years, The Macular Disease Society has secured a number of places. |
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London, 17th April: Unique event for younger people affected by MD
Are you or someone you know affected by one of the rare forms of MD which develop in younger people, possibly during working age? If so, this unique event is a MUST for your diary. Limited availability for tickets. |
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Gwyneth Dickinson Honoured by the Queen
The President of the Macular Disease Society, Gwyneth Dickinson, has been awarded the MBE in the New Year’s Honours. |
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City Slicker with MD - Adapting and making good use of low vision aids
MDS member, Paul Ryb, talks of how he overcomes the daily challanges in his life. Paul has myopic macular degeneration and has a top-flight job in London. He has adapted his life and makes full use of Assistive Technology. |
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South Devon NHS - Raising Awareness
Raising Awareness of Services for the Visually Impaired - 12th March, 2010 – The English Riviera Centre, Torquay. |
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Yorkshire Bank Awards Grant To MDS
The Macular Disease Society recieves one of the Colonel Akroyd Awards as part of the events marking the Yorkshire Bank's 150th Anniversary. |
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Cookery Books Offer
Our two wonderful large print cookery books for eye health, Fruit for Vision and Vegetables for Vision can now be ordered at a special offer price. |
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