My Macular Degeneration TimelineThe timeline for macular degeneration progression is different for everyone, but numerous studies give us general guidelines. Mine didn’t quite follow all of...reactions1comment
Macular Degeneration -- Is It in Your Genes?Among the things researchers have learned about age-related macular degeneration, one is that there’s a connection between genetics and the disease. Researchers...reactions2comments
My MasterpiecePeople have so many different and amazing talents. I have enjoyed watching Mandy Harvey as she conquers her difficulties being deaf and...reactions1comment
Legally Blind AnniversaryIn real-time, today is February 13, 2022. Today is Marcy’s birthday. Marcy is a gym friend. She is one of my yoga...reactions4comments
I Need to Ask You About....It never fails. I’ve left the appointment with my retina specialist, I’ve had my injection, my husband is backing the car out...reactions2comments
In Good Company: Famous People With Macular DegenerationEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Brown Eyed Girl, a MacularDegeneration.net Community Health Leader. Those of us with macular degeneration...reactions18comments
The Surprising Benefits of Doing Nothing at AllI could have named this article, “Things I Learned From My Cat.” On a warm late fall day, I was sitting on...reactions11comments
Vacuum Maintenance with Macular DegenerationIt has not been a good week. My husband’s back went out again and he is going to be flat in bed...reactions4comments
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Take a Break... From Macular DegenerationOnce diagnosed with macular degeneration (MD), it’s normal, even wise, to seek additional information about your condition. The only hazard is becoming...reactionscomments
My Retinal Detachment StoryThis is a “do as I say, not as I do” warning for everyone, not just those of us with macular degeneration...reactions1comment
Community Views: You Should Understand This About AMD“You will not go blind,” said my ophthalmologist. “That is the most important thing you need to know.” He said that as...reactions1comment
Community Views: The Emotions of an MD DiagnosisWe are all different in this community, but most of us have one thing in common. We have been through a day...reactionscomments
MistakesThere was a time, about three and half years ago, when I made a colossal mathematical error in our joint checking account...reactions1comment
Managing Vision Loss and Work: Self-Advocacy and AccommodationsAbout 37 percent of adults with significant vision loss are employed. If you are losing your vision or currently visually impaired, it...reactionscomments
Cleaning GlassesMy day starts pretty much the same every day. I get up around 7:00 or 8:00 o’clock, I get dressed, always keeping...reactions9comments
Community View: Positive Insights of Living With Macular DegenerationWhen the statement, "One positive thing MD taught me is _______", was shared recently on Facebook, many inspiring responses were shared. Below...reactions1comment
Emergency Preparedness for the Visually ImpairedAre you a visually impaired person? Do you care for one? Are you prepared for an emergency? For the additional preparations necessary if...reactions1comment
Navigating ManhattanIt is Friday morning and I have woken up on Manhattan. Fantastic! Sometimes something you think is bad and inconvenient turns into...reactions2comments
Macular Degeneration and Glaucoma: What’s the Connection?Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in the United States, ahead of glaucoma and cataracts combined. People with macular...reactions2comments
