Facing Uncertainties and Decisions With Macular DegenerationThey say "timing is everything," but with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), nothing is certain. There are many decisions to make, and it’s difficult to get the timing right. One decision... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Our Prime Purpose in Life"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them." - The Dalai Lama Lately I have become more... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What It’s Like to Live With Dry Age-Related Macular DegenerationAge-related macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in people over age 55. There are 2 types: wet and dry. The dry form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Ask an Expert: The Latest Research and Treatment for Macular DegenerationEssence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson... By MacularDegeneration.net3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Low Vision in the KitchenConfession time. I buy and eat processed foods. You know, the easy-to-microwave stuff that puts dinner on the table in 5 minutes. I buy them because I know there will... By Beverly Dame3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Geographic Atrophy: A New Phase BeginsSince I began working as an advocate and writer for the Macular Degeneration community, I have blithely written about the progressive nature of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). I say "blithely"... By Sharon Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Ask an Expert: Dr. Essence Johnson Talks MD DiagnosisEssence Johnson, OD, FAAO, is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and a diplomate of the American Board of Optometry. Inside and outside of the office, Dr. Johnson... By MacularDegeneration.net3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Keeping Safe With Vision LossWhen I had my last dogs, we were walking and the coyotes were howling on the hillside. When the coyotes started excitedly barking and yipping, my dogs both did a... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Be Curious About Macular DegenerationAsk questions — lots of questions. Never be reluctant to share your experiences about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or to voice your fears and concerns. This lesson was reinforced by... By Linda Hoopes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Bright Side"No one ever injured their eyesight by looking at the bright side of things.” - The Celtic Sage Grey Wolf (UK) Macular degeneration is a lot of things. It is... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Diagnosis Journey: ChristineAt a very early age, I knew that I saw things differently than most. I vividly remember going to the school nurse’s office each year to complete the vision test... By Christine Joy4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments10 comments
My Diagnosis Story: WendyTen years ago, I was diagnosed with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by my optometrist. I was about 60 at the time. At this memorable visit, the optometrist advised me... By Brown Eyed Girl3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments19 comments
My Diagnosis Story: LindaIt's my 10-year anniversary with macular degeneration! It’s hard to believe it’s been over 10 years since I was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD). There have been many highs... By Linda Hoopes3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Ask the Health Leader: Our Best AdviceWe asked our Health Leaders what they wish someone had told them when they were first diagnosed. After looking back on their journeys, they offered their best advice. My advice... By MacularDegeneration.net2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Haven't I Been Lucky?When I was diagnosed in 2019, the word "lucky" never entered my mind. I am sure my first thoughts were, “Why me” and “Now what”, among other seemingly other doomsday... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Tips for Starting an In-Person Support GroupAre you interested in starting a support group? Figuring out how to begin may feel daunting. It may take you outside of your comfort zone. But anyone can step in... By Editorial Team4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Dry Macular Degeneration is the Good Kind... Wrong!I am no stranger to age-related macular degeneration (AMD). When I was diagnosed 8 years ago, my mom and sister remarked how lucky I was to have the dry form... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
Colored PaperI was diagnosed with myopic macular degeneration (MMD) in 2019. That was the beginning of my new way of living. I began learning about life living with this disease. Early... By Debbie Havens2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Is Macular Degeneration Holding You Back?Or is it something else? Before retirement, I never seemed to have enough time to do everything I wanted. There was always some fun or interesting activity I just couldn’t... By Linda Hoopes2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Learning Through the Tough StuffLiving with my wet AMD (age-related macular degeneration) has been a time of adjustment and acceptance. The shock of the diagnosis. The acceptance of the reality of the injections. The... By Beverly Dame3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments