Learning to Live With One Good EyeRecently, a member of our site asked a question: “Can I wear a patch on my bad eye in order to see better?” This really got me thinking and researching...reactions12comments
To Cook or Not to Cook? That Is the QuestionEditor's Note: This article was originally written by Brown Eyed Girl, a MacularDegeneration.net Community Health Leader. Looking at all these newly-bought vegetables recently on my kitchen counter, I wondered what...reactionscomments
The Emotional Stages of My DiagnosisI’m extremely passionate about the mental health aspect of disease diagnoses. I recently realized, through my own healing process, that much like stages of grief, I have experienced emotional stages...reactions9comments
Finding Tax AssistanceAs I said in my last article, ‘Tis the season! Tax season. Yuck! Taxes are miserable enough to file whomever you may be, but what do you do if you...reactionscomments
Homemade Eye-Healthy GuacamoleWho doesn’t love a good chip and dip combo? Guacamole is not only delicious but the star ingredient, the avocado, is PACKED with eye-healthy nutrients! Avocados not only increase antioxidant...reactions1comment
Fall Avoidance for People With Low Vision (Part 2)This is part 2 of the above-titled article. The idea for this 2 part article came about as a result of a recent poll on our site, MacularDegeneration.net. The poll...reactions2comments
What IfI still feel as though I am navigating the early stages of this diagnosis of myopic macular degeneration. It has “only” been about a year and a half have since...reactions1comment
Lessons Macular Degeneration Has Taught MeI recently came across a column called “Lessons Life Taught Me” by Regina Brett, and realized I have learned some lessons myself from living with macular degeneration. My “Living my...reactions2comments
Everything Gets Better with TimeEverything gets better with time... It’s February 6, 2021 and we are still in the midst of a global pandemic; which for me means that my son is still doing...reactionscomments
Increased COVID-19 Risks with AMDLittle did I know that my life was going to be turned upside down over the coming months this time last year. Day by day, as I listened to the...reactions5comments
Following Up with the Doctor on Vision ChangesMacular degeneration may be stealing my vision, but it can't have my joy! At the beginning of November, I started having some pretty scary vision changes. I was diagnosed with...reactions3comments
Snow Days with Myopic DegenerationLooking back on my growing up years (something I do a lot in now that I am retired), seeing the snow coming down would be so exciting. Wondering how much...reactionscomments
Fall Avoidance for Low Vision People (Part 1)Have you ever fallen due to a result of your less than perfect vision? I have, and later in this article I will explain the where’s and whys of my...reactions2comments
A Resolution to Eat Healthy Can Help Your EyesAfter the Holidays many resolve to “go on a diet” and get healthier. Of course, that’s a great idea anytime, however, it may be even more important for those with...reactions2comments
What the World Needs to Know about Macular DegenerationWe asked our macular degeneration community on Facebook, “If you could tell the world one thing about macular degeneration, what would it be?” We received so many insightful, honest, and...reactionscomments
Low-Tech Home SolutionsBeing on speaking terms with Alexa or Siri can be a great help around the house, especially for those with vision loss. Some of us, though, are yet to make...reactions5comments
Limited Access to Health in Rural AreasI was diagnosed with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) a few months after having cataract surgery at the age of 65. I began seeing a retinal specialist two years ago when...reactions2comments
Lighting ConsiderationsSight requires light and as we age we need more of it. The kind of light, the color, the brightness, and the direction, all contribute to how well we do...reactionscomments
Kaleidoscope EyesDo you remember much from back in your childhood? I do. I remember there were so many wonderful things, toys, and adventures, the perfect combination for endless fun growing up...reactionscomments
Balancing a Healthy Body with a Healthy SoulThe holidays are officially over, and I’m headed back to my classroom... Ummm, a few pounds heavier than I left it before winter break. I always kinda feel bad about...reactionscomments
