Monet & Macular DegenerationThe famous Impressionist artist, Monet, had serious vision challenges, yet he created masterpieces from what he saw. Following is an excerpt from a poem written about his challenges, which he... By Linda Hoopes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Our Five SensesWhile our 5 senses work independently, they ultimately collaborate to help us understand and navigate the world. When some of your senses are impaired, it's easier to notice how your... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Health Leader: It's Not Always Easy to Ask for HelpWhether it's the support of loved ones or encouragement from online support groups like this one, asking for help is difficult for many of us. We feel like we should... By MacularDegeneration.net3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
No Longer Stable – What’s Next?I was diagnosed with early dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) at age 66. It didn’t come as a big surprise since both my Mom and sister had wet macular degeneration... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments29 comments
Driving BlindMy good buddy Jodi took me to Wills Eye Hospital in Philly Tuesday. No worries. It was a good thing and, even though I have not written that page yet... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Learning to See Through ArtMost evenings you will find me wrapped up in my latest art project. This is the highlight of my day, this time revolves around drawing, painting, sketching, or coloring. During... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Audio Description of Live Theater PerformancesA free visit to a live theater production wasn’t on my radar, but it happened recently. Not only was it free, but I was driven into the city and home... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
It’s the Little Things in LifeOn January 26th, I had 2 surgical procedures on my foot. My podiatrist did everything possible to prepare me for post-procedure rehabilitation. He repeatedly stressed that I would be non-weight... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
The Eyes Are the Windows to the SoulThe source of this quote is often attributed to Shakespeare, Da Vinci, the philosopher Cicero, or even the Bible. No matter what brilliant person said it, the sentiments are so... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
A Second Opinion on My Macular Degeneration"Why am I looking for another retinal specialist when I have a perfectly good one already?" I asked myself this question recently on a bus into the city. It was... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
What Does Syfovre Mean for You?February 12, 2016, 7 years ago, I was diagnosed as legally blind. While the words were not these, to me, the sentiment was the same: “You have advanced, dry age-related... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Thought Distortions Make Macular Degeneration HarderThought distortions make macular degeneration harder. If you think at all, you have developed thought distortions. Some are minor annoyances while others are far more serious that interfere with daily... By Linda Hoopes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Reading with AMD: Review of Victor Reader Stratus 4MIn previous articles, I’ve mentioned my friend who is not just legally blind, but almost completely blind. She has provided many tips on how to make living alone possible when... By Cora Lyn Sears2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Finding Credible Health InformationThere is a lot of health information available on the internet these days. From personal blogs and online magazines to government websites and beyond, advice about your health is available... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Sometimes You Gotta LaughLife lessons gleaned from living with this diagnosis of myopic macular degeneration are many. From the early days of diagnosis, accessing the damage done from the onset of the bleeds... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Pegcetacoplan Side Effect HuntingFor the past year and a half, I have been in a new study. The title is... wait for it... A Phase 3, Open-Label. Multi Centered Extension Study to Evaluate... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Tips for Starting (and Sticking to) an Exercise RoutineImproving your physical fitness has a host of benefits, whether you have macular degeneration or not. Walking, swimming, or dancing can help you build a healthier heart, improve your well-being... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What Do You Like About Your Eyes?What do I like about my own eyes? That is a very interesting question, especially considering my diagnosis of Myopic Macular Degeneration. The process of finding anything positive may sound... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Is It Time To Visit a Low-Vision Center?When a friend with macular degeneration told me she had an appointment at a Low-Vision Center (LVC), I was curious and followed up with her afterward to see what she... By Linda Hoopes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Home Automation With Alexa, My New Best FriendMy smart television has Amazon Alexa, and I’ve been learning to use her. I can change the channel and increase/decrease the volume with voice commands. In the meantime, I also... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments