My Coping Strategy for Vision LossAs I often do, I have been wandering around from topic to topic, "Tangents ‘r’ us." Now I guess it is time to get back to my story. My Zumba... By Sue LaBar Yohey2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Eccentric ViewingHi! I should be working doing psychology stuff. I’m not. Call me irresponsible. I promised you eccentric viewing. I would rather make good on that promise now. “Eccentric” makes me... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Blind Fail!In today's "storytime," I talk about my most embarrassing VIP moment. Believe it or not, it's actually happened to a lot of us who are visually impaired! Has it... By Samuel Seavey1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments20 comments
Genetic Testing Predicts Effectiveness of AREDS Supplements for AMDResearchers have identified a genetic link that may increase the risk of developing Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). An easy-to-use genetic test can identify two specific genes, complement factor H (CFH)... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Macular Degeneration Anxieties: Isolation & MisunderstandingIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical health conditions. Phrases in quotes are the words of our community members across various conditions on what it’s... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
My "See"port SystemI often say, “Behind every strong woman is a tribe of strong woman cheering her on.” This is definitely my reality. I 100% believe that 90% of my success is due to the... By Christine Joy2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
What is Dry Eye?Dry eye sounds exactly like it is: A condition where the eyes don’t produce enough tears to keep the surface of the eyeball moist and protected from the environment. Tears... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Charles Bonnet Syndrome and Seeing Weird StuffFrom my own personal research and experience, I promised I'd share more about my visual hallucinations. So here we go, Charles Bonnet Syndrome or "seeing weird stuff." Charles Bonnet ("Bow"... By Sue LaBar Yohey3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Tips for Helping Your Child Cope With Stargardt DiseaseIf your child or teenager has been diagnosed with Stargardt disease, you may be wondering how you can help them cope and adapt. You, your family, and especially your child... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Goodbye, Vitreous Gel, I Won’t Be Missing YouI am a runner. Well, WAS a runner. Now, I’m more of a walker who wants to be a runner again. This is not an article about running or exercise... By Andrea Junge5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
How "Eye" Get it All DoneI am a mommy, supervisor at a nonprofit organization, Founder of Purple House Project PA Inc. (PHPPA), Vice President of Moore 4 More, Moderator and Contributor to MacularDegeneration.net, daughter, cousin... By Christine Joy3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Macular DegenerationWhether you're living with macular degeneration, or know someone who is, here is a guide to the basics of macular degeneration. All macular degeneration is not the same, there is... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Does UV or Blue Light Cause Macular Degeneration?We know that light is an important part of our health, and can be a danger to us as well. Ultraviolet (UV) light has an important part in our body’s... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Connections: Losing My Vision AND My Hair?Eyesight and hair. How could I be losing them both at the same time? I can handle losing my hair, but losing my vision is unthinkable and can’t be fixed... By Cora Lyn Sears2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Helping a Loved One Who is Visually ImpairedWhen you're married to a legally blind man, much like Kenny Rogers suggests, you've gotta know when to hold 'em, know when to fold them, know when to walk away... By Rachel Seavey4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Expect, Plan, and Prepare: Prepare to Be SurprisedAre we talking ‘good’ surprises or ‘bad’ surprises!? I choose to talk about good surprises! I don’t have AMD, but my dad had it and my long-time friend, Sue, currently... By Linda C Moore3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
The Mediterranean Diet and MD: Finding Healthier Food Options with EaseOne way to help provide optimal health to our eyes is through our diet. Adopting the Mediterranean diet is a great way to do this. Simply put, the Mediterranean diet... By Andrea Junge4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Is it Safe to Have Cataract Surgery with Macular Degeneration?When the lens of the eye gets clouded, it is called a cataract. A cataract blocks the ability of light to pass through the lens and to the retina where... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
Why People with MD Don't Just Exercise to "Get Skinny"Somewhere in my early years of diagnosis with MD, I remember my retina specialist saying to me, “Get as skinny as you can.” Needless to say, I left his office... By Andrea Junge3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What is Diabetic Macular Edema?Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a complication of diabetes. It is a condition with fluid from leaky blood vessels collecting in the macula of the eye, causing swelling. The macula... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments