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    Latest research supports Mediterranean and Asian-style eating plans to reduce risk of AMD

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    The hereditary risk of AMD

    She’s only 22, but already Jessica Falon is making the changes necessary to try to prevent the macular disease that has blinded her grandmother.

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    Are you next in line for AMD?

    More than 60% of Australians are unaware of the strong familial risks associated with Australia’s leading cause of blindness.

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    Vegetables, fruit, fish can help reduce risk of AMD

    US study shows a diet which includes eating fish twice a week and a daily intake of fruits and vegetables can help reduce risk of AMD. 

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    Jean Kittson’s family link to vision loss

    For Jean Kittson, one of Australia’s most loved performers, the familial risks associated with AMD are startlingly real.

    Eggs could reduce risk of AMD

    A new Australian study indicates that regular consumption of eggs could reduce the risk of developing AMD.

    Launch of National Action Plan

    National Strategic Action Plan released

    A federal Government commitment to the National Strategic Action Plan developed by MDFA is recognition of the enormous impact macular disease has in our society.

    Facial recognition and AMD

    Australian research has shown losing the ability to recognise faces due to vision loss impacts your social life.

    Patient voices: Elisabeth

    Hear directly from Elisabeth – a member of our community – on her journey with wet AMD.

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    Anti-VEGF treatment not linked to stroke

    Anti-VEGF therapy is not linked to an increased risk of stroke, myocardial infarction or death, according to a new report.

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