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Diagnosis and treatment
Learn about how macular disease is diagnosed. The optometrist at your local optician’s practice can test sight, prescribe glasses and check for early signs of eye disease using photography or other imaging. It is important to get your eyes checked at least every two years.
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We provide free information and support to those with macular disease, along with their family and friends, to help people keep their independence.
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Befriending service renamed in memory of Marilyn Lee following £1m gift
Posted: Tuesday 23 June 2026
The Macular Society’s befriending service, which offers vital connection and friendship to those living with sight loss, has been renamed in memory of Marilyn Lee who received support after being diagnosed with macular disease.
Generous donations to remember our loved ones
Posted: Monday 29 December 2025
Alongside resolutions and well wishes, the New Year is also often a time to remember those who are no longer with us.
Grandsons cycle 44km for grandma, raising £1,000 to Beat Macular Disease
Posted: Friday 19 December 2025
A grandmother has spoken of her pride after her grandsons, aged just 10 and 12 cycled more than 40km to raise more than £1,000 for macular research on her behalf.
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Patron Vince Hill auctioning off beloved Jaguar
Posted: Monday 19 June 2023
Macular Society patron and singer Vince Hill has put one of his most beloved cars up for sale to Beat Macular Disease.
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Improving eye care services: a shared vision
Posted: Wednesday 7 June 2023
The national clinical director for eye care, Louisa Wickham, says she is determined to address the challenges faced by the sector and improve services for patients.
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Support MPs call to scrap ‘unfair’ tax on audiobooks
Posted: Wednesday 7 June 2023
Sir Mike Penning has secured a debate in Parliament on taxes on audiobooks, which he says is unfair to those who have lost their sight.
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