10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment Option...When you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
Mindfulness: The Here and Now...I just saw Linda’s piece on mindfulness. Cool. I am right in the middle of teaching the mindfulness module for DBT. Might...reactions1comment
The Beginning of My Clinical Trial...Hi. I want to switch gears again and go back to talking about the clinical trial I am in. I was terrified...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?...Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Terminology...There are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often: Adverse event: an...reactionscomments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & Responsibilities...Informed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial Basics...Clinical trials make up a large proportion of the macular degeneration research that is currently ongoing. Clinical trials also provide support for...reactions1comment
My Journey with Wet AMD...Life can change in an instant! While watching my grandson, I suddenly realized I couldn’t see out of my right eye: I...reactions4comments
When My Contacts Aren’t Cooperating......Is it me, or does it seem like contacts are not only a life-changing savior but also kind of a pain in...reactionscomments
The Waiting Game: Macular Degeneration Progression...My latest injection followed a wonderful walk around the harbor with my women’s walking group. It was a shortened walk as we...reactions6comments
The Importance of Staying Positive with AMD...I was asked how I stayed positive. Staying positive and using positive insight on a daily basis is important even on good...reactions6comments
Awkward "Eye-counters"...Have you ever experienced that awkward moment where someone waves, or attempts to get your attention and you completely miss it? For...reactions1comment
Buy the Tickets...Life has this really hard, messy, gorgeous thing that it does called change. If you’re here reading this, you have no doubt...reactions3comments
Is Your Prescription Marked Medically Necessary with Insurance?...Oh my GOSH, you guys! I finally got to go see my optometrist. Phew! My contacts ‘wore out’ months ago and have...reactions2comments
Finding Humor with a Visual Impairment...Having macular degeneration is serious. When you have it, it can rule your thoughts. It can rob you of your joy. It...reactionscomments
I Can Do Anything...With the Right Accommodations...Does anyone else ever expect defeat before even trying? I know I have, and my default excuse has been my visual impairment...reactionscomments
What If I Don't Like My Doctor?...Before I start, I have to be honest about something. I have been thinking about writing this article for some time and...reactionscomments
Being a Mommy...I often hear the phrase “there is no instruction manual on how to be a parent,” to which I agree 100 percent...reactions2comments
Prescription: A Dose of Inspiration...Dealing with macular degeneration is not just about eating a healthy diet, wearing good sunglasses, and having regular eye exams. It’s also...reactionscomments
