It Goes OnThe great American poet Robert Frost made the following remark in an interview in 1954 with a Mr. Ray Joseph of The...reactions3comments
Sight or Hearing? Pick One“Would you rather lose your sight or hearing?” is how it would start. It was usually late at night, in someone’s dorm...reactions6comments
Community Views: Support for People Living With Dry Macular DegenerationIf you have been diagnosed with dry macular degeneration, you may be experiencing a range of emotions that include anxiety, confusion, sadness...reactions9comments
Don’t Suffer in Silence. Speak Up!I have had dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD) for 8 years now. In the early years after diagnosis, there was very little...reactions6comments
When Being Diagnosed With Macular Degeneration is Good News — Really! Never could I imagine EVER thinking a diagnosis of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) would be GOOD news... until my friend called with...reactionscomments
It's Important to Perform How You PracticeOne of my favorite mantras in life is, “It is important to finish what I start.” I use that phrase literally and...reactions2comments
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...reactions9comments
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." -...reactionscomments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions2comments
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...reactions18comments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions5comments
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...reactionscomments
My Macular Degeneration JourneyIn 2017, I went to my optometrist for my annual exam. I wasn’t experiencing any symptoms. After peering into my eyes, he...reactionscomments
The Bright Side"No one ever injured their eyesight by looking at the bright side of things.” - The Celtic Sage Grey Wolf (UK) Macular...reactions1comment
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...reactions12comments
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...reactions19comments
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...reactions2comments
