Research on Stem Cell Transplants for Dry AMDWhen you have a chronic condition with no treatment, it is natural to feel frustrated. Many people with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) wonder when a treatment will be available... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
New Clinical Trials for AMDAge-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a form of vision loss caused by damage to the retina, specifically, a part called the macula. There are 2 forms of AMD: dry and... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Living with Multiple Chronic ConditionsMore than 1 in 4 people in the United States are living with multiple chronic conditions (MCC). Chronic conditions are diseases that last longer than a year, affect day-to-day life... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is Geographic Atrophy?Geographic atrophy (GA) is a chronic eye condition in which the cells in the retina slowly break down and die. This results in poor retinal function and vision loss.1,2 GA... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Digital Health vs. Digital TherapeuticsTechnology is now a common way to deliver healthcare. Digital health products help prevent, diagnose, or manage chronic conditions. Devices range from wellness apps to artificial intelligence and wearable devices... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Are Digital Therapeutics?Digital therapeutics (DTx) first entered clinical discussions in the 1990s. The idea was that technology could improve healthcare access. It could help overcome barriers of location, time, and resources. This... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Dry Eye Treatment GoalsChronic dry eye, often simply called “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Glaucoma and Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, or simply “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there is... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Cataracts and Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, or simply “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there is... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Difference Between Macular Degeneration and Macular PuckerMacular degeneration and macular pucker both impact the macula. However, they are 2 different conditions. The macula sits at the center of the retina, the light-sensing part of the eye... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Medicines for Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, often simply called “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Is the Treat and Extend Method for Wet AMD?Wet macular degeneration (AMD) happens when the macula, or central part of the retina, is damaged by the growth of new blood vessels. Those blood vessels can cause swelling or... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
What's the Verdict on George Rozakis' Wellness Program?We at MacularDegeneration.net have received inquiries from community members about Dr. George Rozakis and his claims for treatment and cure of macular degeneration. We wanted to learn more. What treatment... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Dose of LaughterLiving with a chronic health condition can take a toll on your mental health. Life often seems full of the things you cannot do anymore, the ways the disease compromises... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental HealthThere is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious, or stressed.1,2 Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Age-Related Macular Degeneration a Direct Result of Aging?As we age, our body goes through various changes. These changes are normal and result from a number of factors. Exposure to external stressors, free radicals, and genetic damage—to name... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Healthcare Obstacles & the LGBTQ+ CommunityEditor’s Note: LGBTQ+ stands for people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer. To learn more about gender identity, check out the interactive website The Genderbread Person. Have... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Beovu® Safety ConcernsBeovu (brolucizumab) is a drug that treats wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It works by stopping leakage from weak blood vessels into the retina. This slows disease progression and improves... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Racial and Ethnic Differences in Macular Degeneration: Asian AmericansMacular degeneration is currently the leading cause of vision loss in America. It affects more than 10 million people – more than cataracts and glaucoma combined. Macular degeneration does not... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Racial and Ethnic Differences in Macular Degeneration: Hispanic or LatinosMacular degeneration is currently the leading cause of vision loss in America. It affects more than 10 million people – more than cataracts and glaucoma combined. Macular degeneration does not... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments